Wing plans to introduce drone delivery services at an additional 150 Walmart locations

Wing and Walmart Expand Drone Delivery Collaboration

Wing, a subsidiary of Alphabet known for delivering groceries, medications, and even hot beverages, is deepening its alliance with Walmart for the second time in under a year.

On Sunday, both companies revealed plans to introduce Wing’s drone delivery service to 150 more Walmart locations. Building on their current presence in Dallas-Fort Worth and Atlanta, this expansion will roll out gradually throughout this year and continue into 2027, according to Heather Rivera, Wing’s new chief business officer, in a statement to TechCrunch.

This growth indicates that demand for Wing’s drone deliveries is strong enough to justify further investment. Rivera shared that the top quarter of their customers use the service as often as three times per week. Popular items delivered include eggs, ground beef, tomatoes, avocados, limes, lunchables, and snacks like Takis.

The announcement of this 150-store expansion comes after previously disclosed plans in June 2025 to launch in cities such as Houston, Orlando, Tampa, and Charlotte. Rivera confirmed that service in Houston will begin on January 15. Once the rollout is complete, Wing will operate from over 270 Walmart stores, reaching cities like Los Angeles, St. Louis, Cincinnati, and Miami, and will be able to serve roughly 10% of the U.S. population.

This move firmly establishes Wing—originally a former Google X initiative—as a major player in commercial drone delivery. While Wing also works with DoorDash, its primary commercial focus remains its partnership with Walmart.

The collaboration began in 2023, when the companies launched a pilot program at two Dallas-area stores, reaching approximately 60,000 households. The service soon expanded to 18 Walmart Supercenters in Dallas-Fort Worth and has since grown to include Atlanta locations.

Rivera noted that Wing is committed to advancing its technology and operations. For example, the company recently completed its first commercial flights using a larger drone capable of carrying up to five pounds. Overall, Wing’s strategy centers on integrating its services directly into Walmart’s operations and locations.

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Looking ahead, Rivera mentioned that Wing may experiment with different strategies to scale, such as launching clusters of stores simultaneously—a method previously used in Atlanta with six stores opening together. While she did not disclose profitability details, Rivera emphasized her role in driving the company’s growth.

“That’s my mission here, and I’m enthusiastic about it,” Rivera said, adding that increasing delivery volume is key to their business model. In essence, expanding to as many locations and markets as possible is vital for Wing’s long-term success.