U.S. drone pilots are facing uncertainty due to the NDAA and the FCC Covered List, particularly regarding their current DJI drones. Many are also concerned about whether they’ll be able to buy more DJI drones in the future.
In this post, we’ll explain what the FCC Covered List regulates and how it may impact DJI drones going forward.
Explaining the FCC Covered List
The FCC Covered List is a registry of companies whose telecommunications and radio equipment are considered a national security risk. As a result, these companies face restrictions in the U.S. In the future, products from listed companies may no longer receive FCC authorization, potentially making them illegal to purchase.
The Impact of the FCC Covered List on DJI Drones
When the FCC Covered List was updated in December 2025, DJI was added to the list, meaning that new DJI radio-based products (including drones) will no longer receive FCC authorization.
However, this update does not affect older DJI models already in circulation in the U.S. prior to the update.
DJI drone models that received FCC authorization before the list update remain legal to purchase, own, and fly in U.S. airspace. This means your existing DJI drones can still be used as normal. Retailers can also continue selling older DJI models introduced before the update, making the purchase of these drones fully legal.
The FCC Covered List is a forward-looking regulation and does not affect products authorized prior to the update.
What Will Happen to Service and Spare Parts for DJI Drones?
Just like the drones, all spare parts that were FCC-certified before the update remain legal to use and purchase. This includes radio-based components like controllers, goggles, and flight units. Parts and accessories such as batteries, propellers, and chargers are unaffected and continue to be available on the market.
The FCC Covered List’s Impact on DJI’s Products in the U.S. Market
DJI retailers can still import and sell previously FCC-authorized drones, meaning the primary impact on customers will be limited drone variety. Starting in 2026, new DJI models will not be legal to fly unless exceptions are made.
Stock availability may fluctuate, but purchasing from an official DJI retailer, like djistore-us.com, ensures access to the products you need. Plus, buying from an authorized retailer guarantees continued support and faster delivery.
Will djistore-us.com Keep Selling DJI Drones?
Yes, we will continue to stock and sell the drones currently listed on our website. We remain fully compliant with the FCC Covered List and will only offer FCC-certified drones, all with a full warranty.
If you have any questions about which drone to purchase after the FCC Covered List update, feel free to email us at service@djistore-us.com. Our team will be happy to answer your questions and guide you on what’s allowed with DJI drones.
