The DJI Avata 360 officially received FCC certification on November 19, 2025, giving DJI legal clearance to introduce the drone to the U.S. market.
Ordinarily this would be a routine step — but this year, timing is everything.

The approval arrives just 34 days before December 23, a deadline established under Section 1709 of the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). If a U.S. national security agency does not complete a mandated security review of DJI by that date, DJI will be automatically added to the FCC Covered List, blocking all future DJI drone imports.

As of today, no federal agency has announced that the review is underway.

This makes the Avata 360’s FCC approval far more significant: it guarantees the drone can still launch in the U.S. even if DJI faces later restrictions.

What FCC Approval Confirms About the Avata 360

The FCC filing (Model: DVN3NT) confirms that the Avata 360 is DJI’s first drone to combine:

✔ 8K 360° video capture

✔ Dual 1/1.1-inch image sensors

✔ A rotating camera that shifts from 360° mode to forward-facing FPV mode

Pilots will be able to record immersive 360° content and, with a quick rotation, switch to a traditional FPV view for high-speed flight.

This hybrid design makes the Avata 360 one of the most versatile drones DJI has attempted.

Finalized Specs Based on FCC Documents and Leaks

Battery

• 38.67Wh (14.32V)

• ~26% larger capacity than Avata 2

• Estimated flight time: up to 25 minutes

Camera System

• Dual 1/1.1-inch CMOS sensors

• 8K 360° video at 50fps

• 4K/120fps forward-facing mode

• 38MP panoramic stills

Obstacle Avoidance

• Four front sensors combining visual + LiDAR

• Two side sensors for omnidirectional awareness

• Designed for high-speed tracking (cyclists, vehicles, sports)

Transmission + Control

• OcuSync 4.0 up to 20 km range

• Compatible with DJI Goggles N3 and RC Motion 3

Weight

• Approx. 377 g (based on FCC label)

• Conflicting early rumors claimed <250 g, but this appears unlikely

The rotating camera mechanism is a standout feature because it enables true FPV flight — something competing 360 drones like the Insta360 Antigravity A1 cannot offer.

DJI vs. Insta360: Who Gets to Market First?

Insta360 announced its Antigravity A1 for early 2026, aiming to be the first consumer 360-degree drone.
But DJI’s FCC approval means the Avata 360 could launch as early as December 2025, giving DJI the advantage.

Key differences:

The Avata 360’s two-mode functionality makes it more versatile and more powerful than its rival.

Understanding the December 23 Deadline

The NDAA requires the U.S. government to assess whether DJI poses a national security risk. If no assessment is completed by December 23, 2025, DJI will be automatically added to the FCC Covered List.

What happens if that happens?

• No new DJI products can receive FCC approval

• U.S. retailers cannot import new DJI drones

• Existing DJI drones remain legal to fly

• But support, firmware updates, and parts availability could deteriorate

The FCC also voted on October 28 to give itself new powers to revoke previous approvals, meaning even already-certified equipment could be pulled in extreme cases.

This would represent the most severe DJI restrictions ever imposed in the U.S.

SpeedyDrone's Perspective

At SpeedyDrone, our analysis of the FCC filings confirms three key points:

1. DJI products continue to meet U.S. technical safety standards.

The FCC approval tests radio emissions, wireless interference, and spectrum safety.
The Avata 360 passed all requirements.

2. DJI is accelerating product launches before the deadline.

2025 saw a rapid sequence of major DJI releases, including:

• Mini 5 Pro

• Neo 2

• Mavic 4 Series

• Osmo Pocket 4 (expected)

• Avata 360

3. The Avata 360 could be the last major DJI innovation available in the U.S. for some time.

Unless the mandated security review takes place, DJI’s ability to release new drones in America could be frozen indefinitely.

Final Thoughts — A Crucial Moment for DJI and U.S. Pilots

With its 8K 360° capabilities, LiDAR-enhanced obstacle sensing, 20 km range, and FPV/360 hybrid camera, the DJI Avata 360 is one of the most ambitious drones DJI has ever designed.

Its FCC approval ensures the drone can legally launch before the December 23 deadline — but whether it will be the last DJI release for American pilots depends entirely on whether the required security review happens in time.

For now, the Avata 360 represents both a major technological milestone and a symbol of the uncertain regulatory environment facing the drone industry in the United States.

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