Yes. The DJI Avata 2 is legal to buy, own and fly in the United States. It launched in the US in 2024 and was authorized by the FCC long before the FCC added foreign-made drones, including DJI, to its Covered List in December 2025. That decision blocks new models, not existing ones. The Avata 2 can look "not available in the USA" because stock is thin and some retailers don't list it. We sell it from $934.
Why it looks unavailable
- Thin supply. Customs holds in 2024 and 2025, and import tariffs since September 3, 2026, have kept DJI stock low across the US.
- Retailer listings. Some stores show the Avata 2 as unavailable for US buyers when they can't get stock.
- No new models. Future DJI drones that need new FCC authorization can't get it while the decision stands.
None of this makes owning or flying an Avata 2 illegal. Read why are DJI drones out of stock and is DJI banned in the US.
What the FCC decision means for the Avata 2
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Can I buy one? | Yes, from US retailers and authorized dealers |
| Can I fly it? | Yes, under normal FAA rules |
| Updates? | DJI released Avata 2 firmware as recently as July 2026 |
| Goggles 3, N3, RC Motion 3? | Also previously authorized and legal |
DJI's Avata 2 spec page lists guaranteed software updates until December 31, 2026. Separately, in May 2026 the FCC extended the allowance for firmware and software updates on already-authorized drones to January 1, 2029.
Avata 2 price in the USA
| Kit | Our price |
|---|---|
| Avata 2 with Goggles 3, RC Motion 3, 1 battery | $934 |
| Fly More Combo (3 batteries, hub, bag) | $1,121 |
| Spare battery | $109 |
| Care Refresh 1-Year (Avata 2) | $76 |
Prices change, so check the Avata 2 product page. Compare kits in Avata 2 combos.
Buy from an authorized dealer
- US warranty and support apply to US-market units from authorized sellers. See DJI warranty in the USA.
- Care Refresh has to be bought in the same country as the drone, within 48 hours of activation.
- Gray-market units may arrive with another region's settings, missing parts or no valid US support.
See where to buy the DJI Avata 2.
What you need to fly it in the US
- FAA registration: $5, valid 3 years. At 377 g it's over 250 g. See FAA registration.
- Remote ID: built in.
- TRUST certificate for fun, or Part 107 for paid work. See Avata 2 license.
- A visual observer next to you whenever you fly in goggles.
Rules current as of October 2026. This is general information, not legal advice.
Ready to order? See the DJI Avata 2, and add Care Refresh at checkout.
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