Zipline
Automated logistics company using fixed-wing autonomous aircraft to deliver medical supplies, blood, vaccines, and consumer goods in emerging markets. Uses decentralized network of distribution centers with launcher and recovery systems.
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Started 2011, began operations 2013 in Rwanda delivering blood 2016; now operates in Rwanda, Japan (serving Goto Islands with Toyota), and multiple African countries; 130+ million commercial autonomous miles flown with zero accidents/injuries/fatalities; doubled scale in Rwanda over past year; 50 aircraft simultaneously delivering from distribution centers; vehicles can fly 100 miles out and 100 miles back plus 100 miles margin (300 miles possible); individual aircraft have flown 1+ million miles in their lifetime; 51% reduction in maternal mortality in hospitals served by Zipline per University of Pennsylvania multi-year study