The e-commerce giant in June also announced plans to begin drone deliveries in Lockeford, California, near Sacramento.
Amazon helped kick off the drone delivery idea with the2013 announcement of Prime Air.
UPS, Flytrex, Manna and others also are delivering packages around the world.
They tilt in flight so some struts of the hexagonal frame become wings that generate lift and improve range.
They fly 400 feet above the ground at speeds up to 50 mph carrying packages up to 5 pounds.
Amazon’s drones have a 15km range – about 9 miles.
Delivery drones can raise hackles among people concerned about safety, privacy and noise.
