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Published on 6/10/2026

Walmart, Wing add 7 markets to drone delivery expansion plan

retaildive.com · retail · Omnichannel & digital transformation

Walmart, Wing add 7 markets to drone delivery expansion plan

Insight summary

  • Walmart and Wing are expanding drone delivery to seven new U.S. metro markets, targeting operations by 2027.
  • New markets include New Orleans, Philadelphia, Phoenix, San Diego, San Francisco Bay Area, Salt Lake City, and Memphis.
  • Wing's drones deliver goods as fast as 30 minutes, traveling up to 60 mph, covering various product categories.
  • Current drone delivery covers 66 locations in Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, and Arkansas with over 1 million deliveries made.
  • Expansion aims to operate drone deliveries from 270+ Walmart stores by 2027.
  • Wing has FAA approval for safe post-sunset drone flights, enhancing service hours.
  • Walmart and Wing collaborate with local communities to ensure safe, reliable drone delivery systems.

Content details

Industry
retail
Topic
Omnichannel & digital transformation
Source
retaildive.com
Language
en
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