Residents Voice Concerns Over Amazon Drone Noise
Residents Voice Concerns Over Amazon Drone Noise
Residents Voice Concerns Over Amazon Drone Noise
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Amazon's Prime Air drone delivery program in College Station, Texas, is facing backlash from residents due to significant noise pollution, with complaints likening the sound to a 'giant hive of bees.' As the company seeks to increase drone flights from 200 to 469 per day, local officials, including Mayor John Nichols, have expressed concerns about the impact on community quality of life. The mayor's letter to the Federal Aviation Administration highlights a need for Amazon to address noise levels and consider relocating drone operations further from residential areas. Residents are increasingly vocal about the disturbances caused by the drones, which have been reported to disrupt sleep for nearby workers. This situation mirrors similar complaints in other regions where drone delivery services are tested, raising questions about the feasibility of such technologies in urban settings. As Amazon navigates these challenges, it must balance innovation with the well-being of local communities.

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Amazon's delivery drones are so loud they are like a 'giant hive of bees'
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Amazon’s delivery drones are too loud for the residents where it's testing the program
Amazon’s delivery drones become the scourge of Texas town: ‘It sounds like a giant hive of bees’
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