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DJI Drone Ban: The US Could Decide Company’s Fate On June 12

Impending Legislation Could Ground DJI Drones In The US   The US Senate is set to deliberate on the “Countering CCP Drones Act” (HR 2684) on June 12, a bill that could significantly impact the availability and operation of DJI drones in the country. This legislation, included in the draft of the FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) by the US House of Representatives Armed Services Committee, aims to ban new DJI products from entering the US market. The Scope of the Legislation If the bill is enacted, it could have far-reaching implications beyond just banning new DJI products. One of the most critical aspects of the bill is the potential retroactive revocation of existing Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approvals for DJI drones. This could mean that drones already purchased and in use for business or recreational purposes might be grounded, significantly disrupting both commercial operations and personal hobbies. Driving Factors Behind the Legislation The legis...