DJI must prove its innocence
19.12.2024
Translation: machine translated
The Chinese drone manufacturer is facing an import ban in the USA. DJI has one year to convince the authorities that its products do not pose a risk to national security.
If DJI fails to do so, the company's devices will fall under the Secure and Trusted Communication Networks Act of the National Communications Commission (FCC). The FCC would no longer issue a licence for the radio devices, which would be tantamount to an import ban. It would apply to drones as well as other DJI devices with a camera or radio module, such as the Osmo Pocket.
The law still needs to be signed by the president. However, this is considered a formality due to the support of both parties. The ball is now in DJI's court, which is at the mercy of the incoming administration's favour. If Donald Trump wants to put a stop to the sale of Chinese drones in the USA, he doesn't have to do anything. This does not seem unlikely, as the Republican is generally threatening punitive tariffs and sanctions against China.
DJI feels unfairly treated
In October DJI sued the US Department of Defence for putting the drone manufacturer on the list of "Chinese military companies". DJI says it has no links to the Chinese government. The company was wrongly placed on this list without evidence, which is damaging to its business.
Header image: DJI
Samuel Buchmann
Senior Editor
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