FCC Bans Foreign-Made Drones, Key Parts

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission announced Monday that it is banning drones and critical components manufactured in foreign countries, citing growing national security risks. The move places uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), along with their key parts and supporting technologies, onto the agency’s Covered List of equipment and services deemed unacceptable for use in the United States. The updated rules also extend to all communications devices and video surveillance systems that originate overseas.

The FCC’s decision marks a broadening of its security stance, aimed at reducing potential threats tied to foreign-made technology. It reflects persistent concerns about surveillance, data interception and infiltration into American infrastructure. By including drones and their essential parts on the Covered List, the agency seeks to tighten oversight on what technologies can be sold or used within the country.

The updated policy reinforces that the FCC bans foreign-made drones as part of its broader mission to safeguard U.S. networks.

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