The FCC proposed ending the importation and marketing of previously authorized foreign-made drones and drone components in seven categories: 55 pounds or heavier, agricultural sprayers, thermal imaging, LiDAR, docking stations, aircraft built to carry a defense article, and swarming systems (DA 26-758; Federal Register, 91 FR 48870, August 3, 2026). Comments closed September 2, 2026. As of September 24, 2026, the proposal had not been adopted.
FCC proposes ending imports and marketing of previously authorized foreign drones in seven categories
The FCC proposed ending the importation and marketing of previously authorized foreign-made drones and drone components in seven categories: 55 pounds or heavier, agricultural sprayers, thermal imagi…