DJI has issued one of its most urgent public statements to date, addressing growing uncertainty surrounding the availability of its products in the United States. The announcement follows new requirements under the FY25 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which sets December 23, 2025, as the deadline for a national security audit of two Chinese drone manufacturers, including DJI.
According to DJI, the company has repeatedly requested that the audit begin, stating that it fully supports and welcomes the process. However, DJI claims that, so far, “the process has not begun.”
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Implications for DJI Owners
If a ban were to take effect, DJI clarified that existing products would continue to function. Users would still be able to fly drones such as the DJI Mini 3 or Avata 2 without disruption.
However, future access could be severely restricted. A ban could halt new product releases, block next-generation upgrades, and potentially prevent the purchase of remaining inventory in the U.S. market.
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DJI emphasized that such measures would impact all product categories, not just drones. This includes creator tools like the Mic Mini and Action 5 Pro camera. The company warned that the effects could extend beyond hobbyists to professionals across multiple fields—such as filmmaking, education, construction surveying, and emergency response.