The e-commerce and technology company has begun applying for permits to fly delivery drones in Darlington, England.

Darlington Borough Council's deputy leader Chris McEwan said there was a "long journey to travel" but described proposals as "quite interesting and exciting". He also said he understood apprehension around the potential impact on delivery jobs,

Once Amazon has approval, it will begin hiring team members to launch drone deliveries out of its Darlington fulfillment center. Amazon didn’t share any details about when Prime