What Happened
Residents Demand Higher Flight Altitudes Amid Noise Concerns
A group of Texas homeowners, calling themselves the ‘Drone Warriors,’ are demanding that Amazon Prime Air fly its drones at higher altitudes over their neighborhood due to noise concerns. Amazon has already raised its average outbound altitude in Richardson to 225 feet after initial complaints. However, the company’s statement that altitude changes require Federal Aviation Administration approval has been questioned. The issue highlights the challenges of integrating drone delivery services into residential areas, with 15 states now petitioning a federal appeals court to undo the FAA’s clearance for Amazon’s expansion. This development was first reported by DroneXL.