"On 1 May, DJI's flagship store in Beijing began removing all drone models from display, complying with a new regulation that bans the sale, rental, and transport of drones in the city. E-commerce platforms also halted shipments to Beijing, enforcing the new law."
"The US FCC added DJI to its Covered List, blocking new foreign-made drones from receiving necessary equipment authorization. This action has frozen 25 new products planned for the US market in 2026, leading to an estimated $1.5 billion in lost revenue for the company."
DJI, a leader in the consumer drone market, is prohibited from selling its products in Beijing and Washington. Beijing's new regulation bans all drone sales, rentals, and transport starting May 2026, while the US FCC has blocked new DJI products from market authorization since December 2025. The company estimates a loss of $1.5 billion in US revenue and is concerned about potential similar regulations in other Chinese cities. Compliance measures in Beijing require drone owners to register their devices and limit storage without government approval.
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