Watch CBS News

Drone Doughnut Delivery Gets A Test Run In Denver

DENVER (CBS4)- A drone delivered doughnuts around Denver on Wednesday in advance of National Doughnut Day.

LaMar's Donuts were delivered by air thanks to Drone Dispatch.

Dounut Drop Drone RS RAW 01 concatenated 100501_frame_3688
(credit: CBS)

The tasty treats were picked up by drone at LaMar's on 6th Avenue and delivered to the Denver City County Building where Denver Mayor Michael Hancock was waiting with volunteers from the Salvation Army.

Dounut Drop Drone RS RAW 01 concatenated 100501_frame_3868
(credit: CBS)

Even though it's not available for everyday use, drone delivery is something LaMar's is considering.

Dounut Drop Drone RS RAW 01 concatenated 100501_frame_1665
(credit: CBS)

National Doughnuts Day is the first Friday of every June, a tradition dating back to 1917.

Dounut Drop Drone RS RAW 01 concatenated 100501_frame_4558
(credit: CBS)
Dounut Drop Drone RS RAW 01 concatenated 100501_frame_5638
(credit: CBS)
View CBS News In
CBS News App Open
Chrome Safari Continue
Be the first to know
Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting.