🚨FCC Cracks Down on DJI and Eight Others for Drone Ban Violations
Eight companies fined $25K each for ignoring FCC warnings
TL;DR
The FCC is fining eight companies $25,000 each for not responding to its inquiries about foreign drones. This crackdown includes deauthorizing a Chinese testing lab used by DJI.
The FCC has fined eight companies $25,000 each for failing to respond to questions regarding their compliance with the foreign drone ban. These fines are part of an ongoing effort to enforce stricter regulations on imported drones and radio equipment. Companies like Cogito Tech, Fixaxo Technology, and others have until July 20th to answer or face further action. DJI managed to get its Osmo Pocket 4 Pro through the FCC ahead of the ban, but those documents are now missing from public records. The FCC is also planning to deauthorize SGS-CTST Standards Technical Services Co in China for non-compliance with ownership restrictions.
Key Points
Eight companies fined $25,000 each for not responding to FCC inquiries about compliance with foreign drone ban
FCC plans to deauthorize SGS-CTST Standards Technical Services Co in China due to ownership restrictions by Chinese entities
DJI's Osmo Pocket 4 Pro and Xtra Technology's documents are now missing from public FCC records, likely removed after the ban announcement
Companies have until July 20th to respond; failure to do so could result in further penalties or bans on their products
The FCC added foreign drone companies to its Covered List on December 22nd and has retroactive powers over previously authorized devices
Why It Matters
If you're importing, selling, or marketing radio equipment in the US, stricter enforcement means compliance checks are now critical. DJI's ability to slip through before the ban highlights how testing labs can influence certification outcomes. Companies like Cogito Tech and Fixaxo Technology need to respond by July 20th to avoid further penalties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does this matter?
If you're importing, selling, or marketing radio equipment in the US, stricter enforcement means compliance checks are now critical. DJI's ability to slip through before the ban highlights how testing labs can influence certification outcomes. Companies like Cogito Tech and Fixaxo Technology need to respond by July 20th to avoid further penalties.
What happened?
The FCC is fining eight companies $25,000 each for not responding to its inquiries about foreign drones. This crackdown includes deauthorizing a Chinese testing lab used by DJI.
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