Drone Express Announces AeroX Membership and Operations Expansion in Winston-Salem, NC
Drone Express, a leading provider of drone delivery solutions, proudly announces its membership in AeroX, a prestigious association dedicated to advancing the aerospace industry. This milestone marks a significant step forward in Drone Express’s commitment to revolutionizing last-mile delivery through innovative aerial technology.
AeroX is a nonprofit organization of business, government and community partners focused on creating
a national model ecosystem for advanced air mobility ecosystem in North Carolina with an initial focus in
the Piedmont region. AeroX is at the forefront of developing the first urban Unmanned Aircraft Systems
(UAS) Traffic Management system, known as Project ATLAS, aimed at enabling Beyond Visual Line of
Sight (BVLOS) operations for UAS. This initiative is pivotal for the integration of unmanned aircraft into
the national airspace, ensuring safe and efficient operations. “We are thrilled to welcome Drone Express
to AeroX, and to the region,” said Basil Yap, President at AeroX. “As an industry leader, Drone Express
brings a commitment to safety and a wealth of experience in drone delivery operations, which are critical
to the success and reliability of Project ATLAS.”
AeroX’s mission aligns seamlessly with Drone Express’s vision of leveraging drones to enhance efficiency,
sustainability, and accessibility in logistics. As a member, Drone Express gains invaluable opportunities
for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and industry advocacy, furthering its mission to revolutionize
how things are delivered. Drone Express is thrilled to join AeroX and contribute to the collective effort in
shaping the future of aerospace innovation.
Russell Kline, the Chief Regulatory Officer at Drone Express, shared his thoughts on the importance of
the membership and stated, “Our participation in AeroX demonstrates Drone Express’s commitment not
only to advancing technology but also to maintaining the highest regulatory standards. Through our
collaboration with AeroX, we will ensure that our operations meet the highest degree of safety and serve
as a model for the industry.”
Along with its membership in AeroX, Drone Express is excited to announce upcoming operations in
Winston Salem, North Carolina. Leveraging state-of-the-art drone technology and strategic partnerships,
Drone Express aims to provide seamless, reliable, and eco-friendly delivery services to the residents of
Winston Salem and surrounding areas.
This expansion signifies their commitment to fostering local
economies, improving accessibility, and reducing carbon footprint through sustainable logistics
solutions. Drone Express’s presence in Winston Salem heralds a new era of convenience and efficiency in
last-mile delivery, offering businesses and consumers a faster, safer, and more cost-effective way to
receive goods.
About AeroX:
AeroX is a nonprofit organization of business, government, and community partners focused on
facilitating the safe andefficient commercialization of unmanned aircraft systems technologies in North
Carolina. AeroX received $5 million from the North Carolina legislature to build the first urban UAS Traffic
Management system in the state, a cornerstone project for enabling BVLOS operations for UAS.
Learn more at www.ncaerox.com
About Drone Express: Drone Express is an innovative aviation company disrupting last-mile logistics by
embracing autonomous flight. Founded in 2021, the company uses drones to deliver safe, reliable,
autonomous, eco-friendly packages nationwide to customers. They have secured strategic nationwide
corporate partnerships with The Kroger Company, Papa Johns International, Winsupply, and other
retailers. They have earned a limited spot in the Part 135Unmanned Domestic Air Carrier Certification
program through extensive work with the FAA. Drone Express will be one of only a few companies
certified to perform unmanned beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) in the United States.
For more information on Drone Express and its commercial drone delivery offering, please visit
droneexpress.com
