Amazon MK30 delivery drone struck an apartment building in Richardson, Texas; backyard grass fire
[PROPERTY DAMAGE]Feb 15, 2026 · Amazon · Amazon Astro · Seattle
Failure Mode
PROPERTY DAMAGE
Event Date
Feb 15, 2026
Primary Entity
Amazon
Robotic Platform
Amazon Astro
Jurisdiction / Location
Seattle
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
In February 2026 an Amazon Prime Air MK30 struck an apartment building in Richardson, Texas, ending in a backyard with propellers still spinning and smoke / a small grass fire. No injuries reported; investigation ongoing.
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Operational Sectors
Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
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https://www.webpronews.com/amazons-drone-delivery-ambitions-hit-a-suburban-backyard-inside-the-richardson-texas-crash-that-raises-hard-questions-about-aerial-commerce/
https://www.webpronews.com/amazons-drone-delivery-ambitions-hit-a-suburban-backyard-inside-the-richardson-texas-crash-that-raises-hard-questions-about-aerial-commerce/
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https://www.faa.gov/uas/resources/community_engagement/uas_incident_reports
https://www.faa.gov/uas/resources/community_engagement/uas_incident_reports
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in Amazon MK30 delivery drone struck an apartment building in Richardson, Texas; backyard grass fire?
In February 2026 an Amazon Prime Air MK30 struck an apartment building in Richardson, Texas, ending in a backyard with propellers still spinning and smoke / a small grass fire. No injuries reported; investigation ongoing.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on February 15, 2026 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in Amazon MK30 delivery drone struck an apartment building in Richardson, Texas; backyard grass fire?
Amazon Astro by Amazon is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Seattle.
Has anyone responded to Amazon MK30 delivery drone struck an apartment building in Richardson, Texas; backyard grass fire?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of Amazon MK30 delivery drone struck an apartment building in Richardson, Texas; backyard grass fire?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.