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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 · Prime Air MK30

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Sources (1)

  1. CNBC · https://www.cnbc.com/2025/11/25/amazon-faa-probe-delivery-drone-incident-texas.html

Common questions

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?
Prime Air MK30 is the recorded robot involved in this incident.
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 · 1 source (no primary) · last reviewed 2026-06-04

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Verified

Medium confidence

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Stable

Last reviewed 2026-06-04

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