Uber Is Trying Drone Delivery Again With Flytrex

Uber is trying drone delivery again with Flytrex to expand Uber Eats in the U.S. Could drones finally take off this time?
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Uber Is Trying Drone Delivery Again With Flytrex
Uber Is Trying Drone Delivery Again — This Time With Flytrex Uber is trying drone delivery again, and this time it’s betting on a partnership with Israeli startup Flytrex . The company confirmed it will begin testing drone-powered Uber Eats deliveries in select U.S. markets by the end of this year. Alongside the trial, Uber is also making a small investment in Flytrex, though the amount wasn’t disclosed. Image Credits:Flytrex / Flytrex Why Uber Is Revisiting Drone Delivery This isn’t Uber’s first attempt at drone delivery. The company experimented with the idea back in 2019 but eventually pulled back due to strict regulations and logistical challenges. It even sold its “Elevate” aviation division to Joby Aviation, shifting focus away from building its own drone program. Now, the timing looks different. Regulations around drone operations are gradually loosening in the U.S., opening the door for new opportunities in aerial logistics. At the same time, rivals like Zipline and DoorDash are pro…