Drone delivery

Delivery drones can transport packages from stores and warehouses directly to homes and apartments. They are commonly used when buying merchandise from brick and mortar stores to avoid carrying shopping bags and when ordering products online. Delivery drones can only support cargo up to certain dimensions and weight; heavier cargo will be delivered by humans.

To facilitate the reception of packages, many homes and apartments have drone bays: physical space where drones can land and drop off packages. Once dropped off, recipients can either, depending on the facilities, pick up their own packages or have them delivered directly to their rooms. The existence of drone bays is one of the amenities prospective renters look for in apartments.

However, drones do not operate well in inclement weather, which poses dangers to electronics and operation. During these times, deliveries are typically done by humans. If a customer insists on a drone delivery during such weather, they are typically charged an extra fee.