Alphabet's Wing Begins Drone Deliveries in Dallas-Fort Worth Area This Week

To succeed broadly, though, drone delivery must overcome regulatory and safety obstacles.

Wing also makes deliveries in Helsinki, Finland, andChristiansburg, Virginia.

The Dallas-Fort Worth area could prove busier than regions previously serviced by Wing.

Elsewhere, a single pilot oversees multiple drones as they fly.

A University of Virginia survey about drone operations in Christiansburg found87% of respondents viewed the technology positively.

If people have concerns, they can contact Wing at howdy@wing.com.

Wing drones can deliver small packages, such as a book or cup of coffee.

Customers order using a Wing app on their phones.

There’s no extra fee for delivery, Wing said.

Drone delivery hasn’t spread fast, but many companies are working to make it mainstream.

Wing’s competitors include Amazon,Flytrex,Manna,Zipline,MissionGo,UPSandWingcopter.