Amazon introduced a promotional video, dedicated to the prototype drone delivery company. As the narrator speaks, the former host of the television show Top Gear Jeremy Clarkson. He explained some features of the design of a hybrid aircraft able to perform vertical takeoff, and then move in a horizontal plane.

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Amazon introduced a promotional video, dedicated to the prototype drone delivery company. As the narrator speaks, the former host of the television show Top Gear Jeremy Clarkson. He explained some features of the design of a hybrid aircraft able to perform vertical takeoff, and then move in a horizontal plane.

the drone can carry up to 2.2 kg, climb to a height of 120 meters and move at a speed of 90 kilometers per hour. Parcels will be delivered within 15 miles (about 25 kilometers). In this case the cargo is placed inside the aircraft. It is equipped with automatic tracking systems that provide the safe movement in case of obstacles.

Amazon Prime Also chooses a place to land, scanning the surrounding space. Obviously, in a dense urban environment to find "airfield" he can't. Upon arriving, he will notify the recipients via the mobile app. Then, from the "bombing" of the compartment will drop the parcel and the drone will go back.

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