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Is DJI Banned in the US? 2026 Status, Rules and FAQ
DJI isn't fully banned in the US, but new models can't get FCC approval. Here's exactly what's restricted, what's still legal, and…
FCC Opens Nationwide Cellular Test for Drone Safety
The FCC has waived airborne cellular restrictions so the DOT can test mobile networks on 200 drones and 2,000 pilots, a real step…
Drone Takeover Technology Secured the 2026 World Cup
D-Fend's EnforceAir let 20+ police agencies hijack and land rogue drones at the World Cup without jamming or shooting them down. H…
SAFER SKIES Act 2026: Local Police Can Disable Drones
The SAFER SKIES Act's new federal rule lets state and local police detect, track, and disable drones near events, prisons — what i…
FAA: Drone Sightings Near Airports Double to 601
FAA data shows 601 drone sightings near US airports in Q2 2026, up from 320 last quarter, with incidents at Newark and JFK. Here's…
DJI Agras T55, T100 Cleared FCC Days Before US Ban
DJI's new Agras T55 and T100 spray drones launched worldwide July 1 — both cleared the FCC days before its import ban, leaving US…
World Cup Drone Crackdown: FAA Seizes 500+ in 2026
The FAA and FBI have seized over 500 drones near FIFA World Cup 2026 stadiums, with fines reaching $100,000. Here's exactly where…
FAA Drone Restrictions Near Infrastructure: Aug. 5 Deadline
The FAA extended comments on its critical-infrastructure drone restriction rule to August 5, 2026 — here's what Part 107 and inspe…
Armed Police Drones: EFF Urges Congress to Act (2026)
The EFF warns that no US law governs armed police drones after Skydio reversed its no-weapons pledge. Here's what it means for dro…