FCC announces ban on new Chinese-made drones over national security concerns

lastmansurfing
Dec 28, 2025
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The FCC said it was adding uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) and their critical components made in China and other foreign countries to its "covered list" that features equipment that has been determined to pose an "unacceptable risk" to U.S. national security and the safety of Americans.

Specific drones or components would be exempt if the Pentagon or Department of Homeland Security determined they did not pose such risks.

The distinction prohibits the products from being sold or imported in the U.S. The order does not apply to technology that has already been sold in the U.S.