Walmart announced in a statement on Thursday that they’re bringing drone deliveries to five new cities, and Atlanta is on the list, along with Charlotte, Houston, Orlando and Tampa.
Greg Cathey, senior vice president of Walmart U.S. Transformation and Innovation says,
As we look ahead, drone delivery will remain a key part of our commitment to redefining retail. We’re pushing the boundaries of convenience to better serve our customers, making shopping faster and easier than ever before… This expansion of our drone delivery service marks a significant milestone in that journey. As the first retailer to scale drone delivery, Walmart is once again demonstrating its commitment to leveraging technology to enhance our delivery offerings with a focus on speed.
Can I order eggs or other perishable items to be delivered via drone?
Actually, yes. As Walmart grows its drone services in these new cities, customers can utilize one of the retailer’s fastest delivery options for everything from groceries to health and wellness products to household essentials, all powered by drone technology. In fact, some of the most frequently delivered products include:
- Fresh fruit, including bananas, lemons and limes
- Great Value eggs
- Ice cream
- Pet food
When is Walmart’s drone delivery coming to Atlanta?
We don’t have an exact date on when the drones will roll out in the ATL, but as soon as we know: you’ll know. If you want an immediate notification when Walmart rolls out their delivery drones, you can sign up for their alerts here!
Are the drones safe?
According to Walmart,
The new drone service will launch at 100 stores, building on the existing operations in Northwest Arkansas and Dallas-Fort Worth. Through an agreement with established drone provider Wing, Walmart can deliver a faster, more efficient service to even more customers — ensuring they get what they need, when they need it, in a way that’s both safe and sustainable. Wing operates within FAA guidelines, flying their drones Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) up to a 6-mile aircraft range from the store.