Amazon Explores Next Steps for Launching Drone Deliveries from Clay, New York

Posted On
May 1, 2026

Syracuse.com story
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Amazon PrimeAir drone

Syracuse.com highlights how Amazon could soon be adding the Syracuse area to the growing list of communities where it uses drones to deliver products in as little as one to two hours.

The company will hold a community information session on its Amazon Prime Air drone delivery service from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, at CenterState CEO's INSPYRE Innovation Hub, 235 Harrison St. in Syracuse. People interested in attending can RSVP online.

Amazon will also display one of its delivery drones at CenterState CEO’s Innovation Night and GENIUS NY Pitch Finals on Thursday, May 7 at the Marriott Syracuse Downtown.

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