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DJI Challenges FCC's Decision to Restrict Its Products, Citing Lack of Evidence and Constitutional Violations

This event highlights a legal confrontation between a technology company and a regulatory body.
February 24, 2026 by
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10.32

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  • Impact Level
    Medium
  • Scope Level
    National
  • Last Update
    2026-02-24
Key Impacts
Positive Impacts (3)
U.S. Private & Emerging Drone Makers (e.g., Skydio, Teal Drones)
AeroVironment Inc.
U.S. Defense & Aerospace Contractors
Negative Impacts (7)
DJI-focused Chinese Component Suppliers (cameras, gimbals, flight controllers)
Chinese Technology Hardware Equities
Semiconductor Suppliers for Drone SoCs & Vision Chips (Qualcomm, Ambarella, Nvidia)
AdvisorShares Drone Technology ETF (IFLY)
Consumer Electronics Retailers (Best Buy, Amazon’s electronics segment)
Agricultural Technology Firms Using Drones (e.g., Deere & Co.’s precision ag products)
Total impacts: 10 | Positive: 3 | Negative: 7
Event Overview

This event highlights a legal confrontation between a technology company and a regulatory body. The conflict centers on national security concerns, with the company asserting that the restrictions lack substantive evidence and may violate constitutional and procedural rights.

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DJI Files Appeal Against FCC's Decision to Place It on Restricted List
2026-02-24 17:58

On February 20, 2026, DJI filed an appeal with the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, challenging the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) decision from December 23, 2025, to place DJI and its products on a 'restricted list.' DJI asserts that the FCC's decision lacks substantive evidence of a national security threat and violates due process. The company also claims that the decision potentially contravenes the U.S. Constitution and federal laws. The appeal aims to protect DJI's legal rights and the interests of American consumers and agricultural users who rely on DJI products.

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