Drone News Update: Week 49 | DJI Urges U.S. Agencies to Begin Security Audit Before Potential Drone Ban | Walmart Begins Drone Delivery in Metro Atlanta with Wing | U.S. Army Drone Team Dominates N...

DJI Urges U.S. Agencies to Begin Security Audit Before Potential Drone Ban

DJI, the world’s leading drone manufacturer, has issued a final appeal to five U.S. federal agencies to begin a congressionally mandated security audit before a December 23, 2025, deadline. If no audit is initiated, DJI drones could be automatically blacklisted from the U.S. market under the FCC’s “Covered List” — effectively banning sales. DJI warns this action would hurt public safety agencies and commercial users more than the company itself. Read Article

Walmart Begins Drone Delivery in Metro Atlanta with Wing

Walmart has launched drone delivery in six Metro Atlanta locations through a partnership with Alphabet’s Wing. The service offers rapid delivery of groceries, household items, and OTC medications within a 6-mile radius. Drones deliver in under 5 minutes by lowering packages via tether. Walmart plans to expand to 100 stores nationwide by 2026. Read Article

U.S. Army Drone Team Dominates National FPV Racing Competition

The U.S. Army’s newly established Drone Team showcased elite FPV drone skills at a national drone competition in Florida. Army pilots secured three of the top four positions. The team, formed just months earlier, is part of the Army’s larger strategy to scale unmanned systems in 2026 and beyond, blending competition with military recruitment and real-world applications. Read Article