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Ruskin Today
By the People, for the People
Amazon Launches Prime Air Drone Delivery in Ruskin, Florida
The company's first drone delivery site in the state will serve Prime customers within an 8-mile radius.
Published on Mar. 9, 2026
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Amazon has launched its Prime Air drone delivery service at their fulfillment center in Ruskin, Florida, marking the first location in the state to offer this futuristic delivery system. Eligible Prime customers living within an 8-mile radius of the Ruskin facility can now receive select orders under 5 pounds and about the size of a shoebox, such as over-the-counter medication, baby food, cleaning supplies, and small electronics, delivered directly to pre-selected drop-off spots on their property.
Why it matters
Amazon's new Prime Air drone delivery service in Ruskin represents the company's continued investment in innovative logistics and could provide benefits to the local Tampa Bay area, including new jobs and amenities to support the infrastructure.
The details
Customers within the 8-mile delivery radius will see the 'Prime Air' option during checkout if their address is eligible. Once selected, they must choose a pre-approved drop-off location on their property where the drone can safely deliver the package. The drones are equipped with cameras and sensors to monitor weather, air traffic, and obstacles like pets before completing the delivery. If conditions are unsafe or an obstacle is detected, the drone will not proceed with the drop-off.
- Amazon initially launched Prime Air outside Phoenix, Arizona in 2024.
- The Ruskin, Florida site marks the first Prime Air location in the state.
The players
Amazon
An American multinational technology company that focuses on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence.
Josh Brundage
A member of Amazon's Prime Air commercial operations team.
Mitchel Allen
A representative from the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council.
What they’re saying
“About the size of a large shoebox is our size limit, and under five pounds. It can also be multiple items that fit into that same profile.”
— Josh Brundage, Amazon Prime Air Commercial Operations Team (fox13news.com)
“People are looking for jobs, amenities, and a great place to live. It's really important that as we grow as a community, we continue to identify unique opportunities.”
— Mitchel Allen, Tampa Bay Economic Development Council (fox13news.com)
What’s next
Amazon says Prime Air could serve more than 100,000 customers in the Ruskin area and is expected to create additional jobs to support the infrastructure.
The takeaway
Amazon's launch of Prime Air drone delivery in Ruskin, Florida represents the company's continued investment in innovative logistics solutions and could provide economic benefits to the local Tampa Bay community through new jobs and amenities.
