DroneUp has announced that it has received certification for commercial operation under Part 135 from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), to make every day customer deliveries by drone.

DroneUp becomes the sixth company to receive FAA Part 135 certification for commercial drone delivery, joining the ranks of Zipline, Wing, Casey Aviation Unmanned, UPS and Amazon.

“We are proud to achieve the FAA’s Part 135 Air Carrier and Operator Certification, a pivotal step in transforming how goods are delivered,” said Tom Walker, Founder and CEO of DroneUp. “This certification underscores our commitment to innovation, safety, and operational excellence as we expand drone delivery services nationwide. Starting in Murphy, TX, and scaling across the U.S., we are redefining convenience with a fast, sustainable, and reliable delivery solution. This milestone is just the beginning as we lead the charge toward a future where drone delivery becomes an integral part of everyday life.”

With Part 135, DroneUp will have the authorization to fly BVLOS to an expanded delivery radius up to five miles, allowing a 300% increase in serviceable households, according to company analysis. DroneUp will continue to work with the FAA to expand its operation to fly further, carry more and expand to more communities.

“We are very grateful for the collaborative process we undertook with the FAA in achieving this certification; the fastest drone company to achieve air carrier certification that was not based on an existing platform.  We are proud of our operation, technology and staff and Part 135 is a momentous milestone for everyone at DroneUp,” said Anthony Vittone, COO of DroneUp. “With the FAA’s partnership and rigorous oversight, we are poised to expand our reach, driving innovation while meeting surging demand.”