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US FCC Bans New Approvals for Foreign Drones Citing National Security Risks

US FCC Bans New Approvals for Foreign Drones Citing National Security Risks

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ThreatCluster •March 12, 2026 at 13:27 UTC

The US Federal Communications Commission has added DJI and other foreign drone manufacturers to its 'Covered List', prohibiting the approval of new models and components due to national security concerns. This ban specifically targets foreign-made drones, barring their import or sale in the United States, while existing products already on the market remain unaffected.

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