A drone carrying 18 kilograms of seafood flew 150 kilometers across the sea from Yangjiang to Zhuhai in Guangdong on August 1, achieving a successful maiden flight along the first ultra-long, cross-sea, low-altitude route in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

The E40H, a fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicle developed by Zhongshan-based FCourier, took off from Yangjiang Hailing Island, flying over three cities at an altitude of 350 meters before landing in Zhuhai Haiquan Bay.

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The flight, which lasted one hour and 33 minutes, demonstrated the drone’s reliability and durability in navigating complex maritime weather conditions. This achievement opens up a new transportation option in the coastal areas of western Guangdong. Compared to road transport, drone delivery is not only efficient but also holds significant potential for sectors such as pharmaceutical cold chains, precision instruments, and emergency supplies.

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This article is translated by China Daily from the original report in Chinese as published on the official website of Guangzhou Daily.