WASHINGTON – Federal regulators announced Wednesday they are allowing four international drone models to enter the U.S. market despite a comprehensive prohibition on foreign drone imports enacted in December.
The Federal Communications Commission’s decision came after Pentagon officials concluded that four specific drone types – the SiFly Aviation Q12, Mobilicom SkyHopper Series, ScoutDI Scout 137, and Verge X1 – present no threats to national security.
This marks the second round of exemptions granted by the FCC, which in January had already cleared certain international drone models and essential components for import through the conclusion of 2026. Notably, none of the newly approved drone models originate from Chinese manufacturers.
