Renewed Questions Over Detect-And-Avoid Technology In Prime Air Fleet
Amazon’s drone delivery program is facing renewed scrutiny after one of its MK30 drones became entangled in an overhead internet cable in Waco, Texas, prompting a federal investigation. The incident, which occurred on November 18, 2025, has raised questions about the drone’s detect-and-avoid technology. Amazon has emphasized that the drone performed a controlled descent and landed safely after the incident. The company has been working to expand its drone delivery service, which is currently limited to small packages weighing five pounds or less. The incident was first reported by AeroTime.