DoorDash Workers Will Soon Need New Qualifications With Food Drone Delivery
Summary
DoorDash has received FAA approval to start its own drone delivery program called DoorDash Air but has not begun operations yet. The company is developing drones and related technology to expand delivery options, expecting that this will increase overall delivery demand and create new jobs requiring technical skills.Key Facts
- DoorDash received FAA Part 135 air carrier certification to operate drone deliveries during the daytime.
- FAA approval for actual drone flights is still pending further review of aircraft and operations.
- DoorDash Air is an in-house drone delivery program developed by DoorDash Labs, the company's robotics and automation division.
- DoorDash expects drone deliveries to complement, not replace, human couriers (Dashers).
- The company is building its own drones, software, and logistics systems rather than relying on outside providers.
- Over 20% of DoorDash orders in 2025 are deliveries of 3 to 5 miles, a range suitable for drone delivery.
- Drones cannot perform tasks such as navigating complex locations, verifying IDs, or handling multiple-stop orders.
- DoorDash is hiring workers with skills in robotics, automation, hardware, and operations for this new program.
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