US Regulator Adds Chinese Drones to 'Covered List' Amid National Security Concerns

DJI has filed a lawsuit against the US Federal Communications Commission after the agency added Chinese drones and related equipment to its Covered List, effectively blocking new sales and imports in the US. The move comes amid growing national security concerns over foreign technology imports, as outlined in the FY2025 National Defense Authorization Act. DJI argues that the FCC overstepped its authority and imposed restrictions without a specific threat tied to its products. According to court reports published on February 24, 2026, DJI is challenging the FCC’s decision in the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.