TechCrunch30 Sept 2026Kirsten Korosec

DoorDash’s drone strategy started on the ground

The autonomous drone came last, according to the company, which unveiled its new six-propeller aircraft at its annual Dash Forward 2026 event on Wednesday.Before DoorDash worked on the aircraft, the company focused on ground infrastructure, including loading systems, how food…

Federal Aviation Administration. The certification allows the company to legally operate a commercial drone delivery service in the United States.The drone, which has six slow-spinning propellers mounted at the ends of its arms, is equipped with a winch to pick up, carry, and drop off packages.DoorDash said it plans to kick off early pilot deliveries in Northern California with partners including Chipotle, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, and Momo N Curry.

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