# Skyways starts Skyreach cargo drone production in Texas

_Published Monday, November 9, 2026 at 11:14 AM EST · Robotics · Latest · Tier 2 — Notable_

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Skyways says it has started manufacturing its Skyreach autonomous cargo drone in Texas, with flights for existing defense and commercial customers starting in December. The aircraft takes off vertically using eight electric motors, then cruises on a fuel engine that also recharges its batteries.

The company specifies a range of more than 1,300 miles carrying 10 pounds, falling to about 280 miles with 80 pounds. Skyreach is the production version of its V3 drone, which won a $37M U.S. Air Force contract in June 2025. Its design specifications may change as flight testing continues.

## Sources

- [The Next Web](https://thenextweb.com/news/skyways-skyreach-autonomous-cargo-drone-production)

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