Shopping for a drone on Amazon or another online marketplace could soon become a little more transparent, and potentially a lot more secure.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has proposed new rules that would require online marketplaces to display FCC certification IDs for wireless devices while also closing a longstanding loophole that has allowed products containing certain restricted electronic components to enter the US market. While the proposal covers a broad range of connected electronics, drones and critical drone components are specifically in the agency’s sights.
If adopted, the changes could affect everyone from drone manufacturers and online retailers to hobbyists and commercial operators buying aircraft, controllers, radios, or other wireless accessories.
More information before you click ‘Buy’
For many consumers, buying a drone online often comes down to comparing prices, reviews, and shipping times. But the FCC wants shoppers to have another piece of information before they add an item to their cart: its FCC ID.
