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Amazon MK30 delivery drone clipped an internet cable in Waco, Texas; FAA probe

In November 2025, about 13 days after Amazon launched drone delivery in Waco, Texas, an MK30 clipped an internet cable; the FAA opened a probe. Limited detail. No injuries reported.

Occurred 2025-11-25 · Amazon Astro at Seattle · Amazon · Seattle · Smart home · Investigated by FAA

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Outcomes (1)

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Revision history (1)

  • 2026-06-05 · outcome_class

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Sources (2)

  1. CNBC · https://www.cnbc.com/2025/11/25/amazon-faa-probe-delivery-drone-incident-texas.html
  2. https://www.faa.gov/uas/resources/community_engagement/uas_incident_reports

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What happened in Amazon MK30 delivery drone clipped an internet cable in Waco, Texas; FAA probe?
In November 2025, about 13 days after Amazon launched drone delivery in Waco, Texas, an MK30 clipped an internet cable; the FAA opened a probe. Limited detail. No injuries reported.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on November 25, 2025 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in Amazon MK30 delivery drone clipped an internet cable in Waco, Texas; FAA probe?
Amazon Astro by Amazon is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Seattle.
Has anyone responded to Amazon MK30 delivery drone clipped an internet cable in Waco, Texas; FAA probe?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of Amazon MK30 delivery drone clipped an internet cable in Waco, Texas; FAA probe?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.
Methodology: Verified · 2 sources (1 primary) · last reviewed 2026-07-21

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Last reviewed 2026-07-21

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