Drone Express Rebrands as DEXA

Drone Express, a pioneer in autonomous drone delivery, has announced its rebranding to DEXA as it prepares to become a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 135 certified Air Carrier. Once certified, DEXA will officially become a federal UAS operator, authorized to conduct autonomous flight operations Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) for compensation across the United States.

The rebrand marks a pivotal moment for the company as it transitions from a commercial operator under Part 107 to an aspiring full-fledged Air Carrier. DEXA emphasizes a broader vision for the future of autonomous aircraft, poised to revolutionize last-mile logistics and the way we live. Beth Flippo, CEO of DEXA, stated, “This change reflects the success of our years-long commitment to placing safety and regulations at the forefront of all we do. As we approach our FAA Part 135 certification, we are confident that DEXA better embodies our vision and the forward-thinking direction we are pursuing. As we enter this new chapter, our enthusiasm for the future is stronger than ever!”

The DEXA brand represents innovation, operational excellence, and eco-friendly practices in the rapidly evolving world of autonomous flight. This reaffirms the company’s mission to create a future lifestyle that seamlessly integrates technological advancement with environmental responsibility. With a strong focus on safety and reliability, DEXA will continue to offer the cutting-edge last-mile delivery that customers have come to rely on while maintaining its leadership position within the industry.

Kim Stevens

Kim Stevens is the publisher of State Aviation Journal, which he founded in 2009. A longtime commercial-rated pilot, he was introduced to state aviation in 1992 as Director of the Nebraska Department of Aeronautics, later serving as Deputy Division Director for the Arizona Department of Transportation's Aeronautics Division. From 2013 to 2018, he was Director of Communications and Operations for the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) in Washington, D.C. Relocating to North Carolina, Kim worked for the Raleigh-Durham International Airport for two years and now concentrates solely on the Journal. Prior to his aviation career, Kim spent a decade in the newspaper and magazine business.