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Not sure which DJI to buy? Check the Buyer's Guide →

The DJI “ban” is no longer a what-if. The FCC added DJI to its Covered List around Dec 23, 2025. Here’s what actually changed, what didn’t, and where the fight stands in 2026.
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FCC proposes $25K fines on 8 companies for refusing to explain rebadged DJI gear. Your Xtra gimbal might be DJI hardware—support and resale value just got murkier.
Many new DJI products are blocked from US sale by the FCC Covered List. Here's the gear you can order today.
The current DJI Air drone — in stock in the US today while the Air 4 stays blocked.
$1,439.00
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Under 250g, so no FAA registration. The budget DJI you can still buy stateside.
$439
Prefer to skip the DJI ban entirely? Autel's Air-class rival ships freely in the US.
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