Federal Register #2026-15418

FCC Seeks Comment on Proposed Prohibition of Certain Foreign-Produced UAS and Equipment Listed in FY2025 NDAA

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comment on a proposed prohibition affecting certain foreign-produced uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), UAS critical components, and specific communications and video surveillance equipment. - Government Buyer: - Federal Communications Commission (FCC) - Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau (PSHSB) - Office of Engineering and Technology (OET) - Affected OEMs: - Cogito - Fikaxo - Lyno Dynamics - Skyhigh Tech - Spatial Hover - SZ Knowact - WaveGo - Xtra Technology LLC - Guangzhou Xaircraft Technology Co. Ltd (XAG) - Products/Equipment Targeted: - Foreign-produced UAS and UAS critical components - Communications and video surveillance equipment - Specific FCC IDs and grantee codes are referenced for affected products - Notable Requirements and Exemptions: - Prohibition targets items listed in section 1709 of the FY2025 NDAA due to national security concerns - Exemptions for equipment on the DCMA Blue UAS Cleared List, domestic end products under the Buy American Standard, and devices with Conditional Approval from the Department of War or Department of Homeland Security - FCC is requesting input on the scope, economic and supply chain impacts, and public interest considerations of the proposed prohibitions

Description

The Federal Communications Commission's Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau and Office of Engineering and Technology seek comments on a proposal to prohibit the continued importation and marketing of certain previously authorized foreign-produced uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), UAS critical components, and certain communications and video surveillance equipment listed in section 1709 of the FY2025 NDAA. This equipment has been determined to pose an unacceptable risk to U.S. national security and the safety of U.S. persons. The proposal includes equipment produced by specific entities and their affiliates, and exempts certain authorized uses and equipment. Comments are due by August 31, 2026.

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