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Skyways Receives FAA Authorization for Offshore Drone Delivery Tests for Shell

The Austin-based cargo drone manufacturer and operator is authorized to conduct offshore delivery testing from Gibson, Louisiana.

FlyMarshall NewsroomNov 11, 20261 min read

Skyways received FAA authorization to test offshore drone deliveries for Shell, with flights set to operate from Gibson, Louisiana.

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Skyways is based in Austin, Texas, and operates as a cargo drone manufacturer.
The authorized testing will take place from Gibson, Louisiana.

Skyways is authorized to conduct offshore drone delivery tests for Shell from Gibson, Louisiana.

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Published: Nov 11, 2026
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