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FCC Proposes Fines for Companies Allegedly Evading US Drone Ban

The FCC is proposing fines for eight companies believed to be acting as front companies for DJI in an effort to bypass the US foreign drone ban. These companies have until July 20, 2026, to respond to the FCC's inquiries. The action follows earlier reports of companies facilitating the import of DJI products into the US.

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DJI Cogito Tech Fixaxo Technology Xtra Skyrover
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Konrad Iturbe

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The FCC is proposing fines for eight companies believed to be acting as front companies for DJI in an effort to bypass the US foreign drone ban. These companies have until July 20, 2026, to respond to the FCC's inquiries. The action follows earlier reports of companies facilitating the import of DJI products into the US.

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The FCC is cracking down on DJI tech that dodged the foreign drone ban

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FCC Proposes Fines for Companies Allegedly Evading US Drone Ban