Amazon "Prime Air" will be available to customers in as soon as 4-5 years (2013)
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- Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos revealed a secret project, 'Octocopter' drones, during a 60 Minutes interview.
- Drones named Amazon 'Prime Air' aim to deliver packages directly to customers in 30 minutes.
- Bezos estimates the service could be available in 4–5 years after safety testing and FAA approvals.
- 60 Minutes team was surprised by the reveal, having no prior knowledge of the project.
- Drones resemble 'giant, flying tarantulas' and could pick up packages from fulfillment centers.