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Wing and Walmart describe proposed drone deliveries from Highway 92 Walmart in Woodstock
Summary
Wing, Walmart’s drone partner, briefed Woodstock City Council on a proposed residential drone delivery service from a Walmart at 12182 Highway 92 (store 575), describing vehicle specs, safety features, nest layout and permitting needs; staff and council asked planning and zoning questions and requested follow‑up on permits and siting.
Wing, the drone delivery partner for Walmart, told the Woodstock City Council on Aug. 18 that it wants to operate residential drone deliveries from a nearby Walmart and is preparing site work and permitting with city staff.
“Kathryn Lovett, local policy and community affairs manager for Wing, said the company is “really excited to be expanding our partnership with Walmart from the state of Texas to Georgia,” and described the service as a fast option for small items such as over‑the‑counter medicines and household goods. Wing showed a demonstration video and explained operational details for a proposed site at 12182 Highway 92 (store number 575).
Wing representatives said the aircraft used in U.S. operations weigh about 11 pounds, carry up to 2.5 pounds of payload and have an authorized range of up to…
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