US bars imports of new models of DJI, all other foreign drones

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -- The US Federal Communications Commission said Monday it is barring imports of all ​new models of foreign-made drones and critical components including from China's DJI and Autel, saying they pose unacceptable risks to US national security. The addition to the FCC's "Covered List" means that DJI, Autel and other foreign drone companies will not be able to obtain the necessary FCC approval to sell new models of drones or critical components in the US. In December 2024 Congr