FCC Bans New Foreign-Made Drones, Citing "Unacceptable" National Security Risks
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has banned new foreign-made drones, including those from DJI, adding them to its 'Covered List' due to national security risks.
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission has effectively banned the import of new foreign-made drones by adding them to a list of technologies that pose an "unacceptable risk to the national security of the United States." Monday's action means new models from companies like cannot be imported unless they receive a specific recommendation from the Department of Defense or the Department of Homeland Security.
A New Entry on the 'Covered List'
The has now officially classified foreign-made and their parts as communications equipment that threatens the safety and security of U.S. persons. This 'Covered List' is a powerful tool the U.S. government has used to restrict technology from companies it deems untrustworthy, most notably Chinese telecom giants like Huawei and ZTE.
By adding drones to this list, the commission is signaling a significant escalation in its scrutiny of consumer and commercial technology that can collect and transmit sensitive data.
DJI Is "Disappointed"
In response to the move, drone market leader expressed its frustration. "DJI is 'disappointed' by today's action," said Adam Welsh, DJI's head of global policy, in a statement.
Welsh noted that "while DJI was not singled out, no information has been" provided to justify the sweeping decision, suggesting a lack of transparency in the FCC's process. The ban is expected to cause significant disruption not just for drone manufacturers but also for the numerous U.S. industries that rely on their technology.
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