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HoverAir’s Versa is pitched as a pocket camera with snap-on wings; HoverAir says the Flight Kit keeps it compliant by certifying only the camera, potentially letting it fly past the FCC’s foreign-drone ban, but the agency could still classify the Versa as a UAS critical component and reverse approvals within 30 days, so the loophole may not stick.
HoverAir’s Versa is a camera-first handheld device that can become a small drone with an optional Flight Kit. The kit uses no RF transmitters, allowing HoverAir to claim FCC certification for sale in the USA and potentially sidestep the foreign-drone ban; the Indiegogo campaign starts with a camera-only price of $449 and Flight Kit options later. When assembled, the Versa weighs 230 g, avoiding FAA registration for recreational use, while commercial pilots would need a Remote ID transmitter. Specs include 4K60 video, a 1/1.3-inch sensor, OLED touchscreen, and a 3-axis stabilized camera. The situation marks a notable FCC shift, but crowdfunding outcomes and regulatory scrutiny remain uncertain.