Amazon's Prime Air Drones Collide in Arizona, Deliveries Temporarily Halted
Amazon's Prime Air drone service has faced another setback with a collision in Tolleson, Arizona, leading to a temporary suspension of deliveries in the Phoenix region. This is the second such incident in Arizona, following a previous crash in December 2024.
On Wednesday morning, two of Amazon's delivery drones collided and crashed in the area. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and the drones landed safely in nearby parking lots. The incident was initially investigated by local police but was later handed over to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Amazon has temporarily halted drone deliveries in the region while it investigates the cause of the collision. This is not the first time Amazon has faced such incidents. In September 2024, a rotor failure occurred, and the company has been working to improve its drone technology since then. In May 2025, Amazon received FAA approval to deliver smartphones and other battery-operated devices using its drones, demonstrating the company's commitment to safety and innovation.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will now conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the collision. Amazon's drones, capable of carrying packages up to 2.5 kilograms and delivering them within 60 minutes, have a structured emergency landing procedure called Safe Contingent Landing (SCL), certified by the FAA. Despite the setback, Amazon remains committed to its drone delivery service, working to ensure the safety of its operations and the public.
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