US Bans New Foreign-Made Drones Amid Security Concerns
TL;DR
The U.S. FCC has announced a ban on new foreign-made drones and components over security concerns, particularly targeting Chinese brands like DJI, citing risks to national security and upcoming major events. The ban does not affect already purchased drones or previously approved models, and exceptions may be granted by DHS and DOD. This move follows years of efforts to restrict Chinese drone technology in the U.S., stirring backlash from the drone community.
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- The U.S. Has Officially Banned New, Foreign-Made Drone Models Gizmodo
- FCC bans foreign-made drones over national security, spying concerns Politico
- US bans new foreign drone models in a blow to Chinese giant DJI CNN
- China's commerce ministry urges US to drop drone supplier ban Reuters
- U.S. Bans New China-Made Drones, Sparking Outrage Among Pilots The Wall Street Journal
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