Covered List

The FCC clears toy drones for U.S. sale following a national security review, but only those meeting strict new criteria qualify. Find out what weight and range limits determine which drones make the cut, and which stay banned.

The FCC has cleared its first four drone systems from the Covered List after the Department of War determined they pose no national security risk. The move opens a conditional approval pathway for UAS manufacturers seeking U.S. import and sale authorization.