DJI’s Last US Drone: Lawsuits, Bans, and Catching Up to Last Year’s Model
KEY POINTS
- •DJI released the Avata 360 drone shortly after Antigravity launched the first 360-degree drone in December.
- •Due to an FCC ban, DJI’s new drone won’t officially launch in the US, though it remains available globally.
- •DJI has also filed lawsuits against Insta360 shortly before launching, illustrating a legal tug-of-war in the drone market.
Meet DJI’s Avata 360: a sleek, speedy drone that looks suspiciously like its predecessor, Avata 2, launched just as American customers discover it’s a no-go thanks to a de facto FCC ban. Meanwhile, DJI's lawsuit dance against Insta360 days before launch proves timing is everything—even if you’re two months late to the 360 drone party started in December by Antigravity’s A1. As DJI fumbles to solidify US sales, Antigravity gleefully soars solo with the first-flying 360-degree drone. So, while DJI rockets through global skies, US fans can only watch their dreams literally circle above the horizon, accompanied by government regulations and legal drama.
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(1 of 3)DJI files lawsuits instead of shipping drones in the US—catch up much? Meanwhile, Antigravity showed up in December with the first 360 drone, leaving DJI stuck outside waving goody bags labeled 'we tried'.
DJI’s new drone looks just like last year’s, but this time you can’t buy it in the US unless you enjoy government whack-a-mole.
Antigravity launched the first 360 drone months ago, and DJI’s move to sue 'competition' is like late homework excuses but with lawsuits.
Source: Theverge | Published: 3/26/2026 | Author: Dominic Preston
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