# US commercial drone delivery regulation and adoption > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/us-commercial-drone-delivery-regulation-and-adoption > Updated: 2026-08-12T23:55:24.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. The commercial drone delivery sector is expanding through new certifications and regulatory developments, though it faces significant hurdles. DoorDash recently secured Part 135 air carrier certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), joining a small group of only eight authorized companies. This certification supports the launch of DoorDash Air, a platform intended to increase delivery efficiency. To facilitate broader operations, the FAA has proposed a new rule, Part 108, which would govern Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations by shifting regulatory responsibility to operating companies through a tiered permit system. Despite these advancements, widespread adoption remains limited by strict FAA requirements for airline-level certification, including rigorous inspections and maintenance reviews. Additionally, the industry must address public concerns regarding noise pollution and privacy issues related to onboard cameras. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-12: Drone delivery adoption faces regulatory hurdles Regulatory hurdles and FAA restrictions on flying beyond visual line of sight have slowed the widespread adoption of drone delivery services despite their efficiency. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/drone-delivery-adoption-faces-regulatory-hurdles ### 2026-08-04: DoorDash Secures FAA Air Carrier Certification to Launch Drone Delivery Service DoorDash earned FAA Part 135 certification to start drone deliveries, while the FAA’s draft Part 108 rule aims to standardise BVLOS operations for wider commercial use. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/doordash-secures-faa-air-carrier-certification-to-launch-drone-delivery-service --- Cite as: US commercial drone delivery regulation and adoption. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/us-commercial-drone-delivery-regulation-and-adoption