With only weeks remaining, DJI asks national security agencies to begin Section 1709 audit to avoid automatic FCC “Covered List” designation With less than a month before the deadline established by Section 1709 of the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), drone manufacturer DJI has issued a new round of formal letters to five U.S. national security … [Read more...] about DJI Urges Federal Agencies to Initiate NDAA-Mandated Security Review Ahead of December Deadline
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FCC Expands National Security Rules: What It Could Mean for DJI Drones
Potential Impacts on the U.S. Drone Market *story updated 10/30 to include DJI's statement. The Federal Communications Commission voted unanimously on October 28, 2025 to expand its authority over telecommunications equipment considered a national security concern. The new rules allow the FCC to restrict previously authorized devices and component parts if they are produced … [Read more...] about FCC Expands National Security Rules: What It Could Mean for DJI Drones
Gremsy Adds New NDAA Payloads with FLIR Thermal Technology
Spherical and compact payloads bring AI and situational awareness to public safety and defense missions Gremsy and Teledyne FLIR OEM have announced a new collaboration that brings Thermal by FLIR technology to Gremsy’s latest equipment options for commercial and government operators. The integration enables drones to capture thermal data for missions that need real time … [Read more...] about Gremsy Adds New NDAA Payloads with FLIR Thermal Technology
Flock Safety Launches “Alpha,” a U.S.-Built Drone for Rapid First Response
New system targets public safety needs as demand grows for American-made drone alternatives Flock Safety has announced Alpha, its first American-made, NDAA-compliant drone designed specifically for emergency response. The system is positioned to set new standards for speed, flight endurance, and imaging capability within the Drone as First Responder (DFR) market. Alpha is … [Read more...] about Flock Safety Launches “Alpha,” a U.S.-Built Drone for Rapid First Response
FCC to Vote on New Safeguards: Could Existing Models of DJI Drones Be Affected?
Proposed rules may extend restrictions to previously authorized devices and components The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced a new vote aimed at closing what it describes as “loopholes” in existing regulations governing equipment produced by companies considered security risks. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said October 7 that the Commission will consider new … [Read more...] about FCC to Vote on New Safeguards: Could Existing Models of DJI Drones Be Affected?
