Yes. The DJI Flip is sold in the US, and it's legal to buy, own and fly. It launched in January 2025, before the FCC added foreign-made drones, including DJI, to its Covered List in December 2025. That decision blocks new models from getting FCC authorization; it doesn't ban models already authorized, like the Flip. We sell it from $483, and at under 249 g it needs no FAA registration for recreational flying.
What the FCC decision means for the Flip
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Can I buy one? | Yes, from US retailers and authorized dealers |
| Can I fly it? | Yes, under normal FAA rules |
| Will it get updates? | Yes. In May 2026 the FCC extended updates for authorized drones to January 1, 2029 |
| Are parts and batteries available? | Yes, though stock varies |
| Can new DJI models launch here? | Not while the decision stands; they can't get FCC authorization |
Since September 3, 2026, imported drones also carry a Section 232 tariff, which affects prices and stock. Read is DJI banned in the US.
Flip prices in the US
| Kit | Our price |
|---|---|
| Flip with RC-N3, 1 battery | $483 |
| Fly More Combo with DJI RC 2, 3 batteries, hub, bag | $857 |
| Spare battery | $109 |
DJI also lists a Flip with the RC 2 and one battery. Prices change; check the DJI Flip page. Compare kits in Flip Fly More Combo.
Buy from an authorized dealer
- US warranty and service apply to US-market units bought from authorized sellers. See DJI warranty in the USA.
- DJI Care Refresh has to be bought in the same country as the drone, before or within 48 hours of activation. See Flip protection.
- Imported units can arrive with another region's settings, missing items, or no valid US support.
What you need to fly it in the US
- Recreational: pass the free TRUST test and carry proof. No FAA registration under 250 g.
- Fly by the rules: 400 ft or below in uncontrolled airspace, LAANC authorization near airports, visual line of sight, no flying over people or moving vehicles.
- Paid work: a Part 107 certificate, plus registration and Remote ID for the drone. The Flip has no built-in Standard Remote ID, so commercial pilots need a broadcast module. See Flip Remote ID.
Full breakdown in Flip license.
National parks and special places
Drones can't launch or land in national parks without a special permit, regardless of weight. Check drone no-fly zones and your state's rules in drone laws by state.
Will the Flip become illegal?
Nothing in the FCC's current decision makes an already-authorized drone illegal to own or fly. We'll update this page if that changes.
Rules current as of October 2026. This is general information, not legal advice.
Order the DJI Flip from us as an authorized DJI dealer, and add a spare battery.
Related guides
- DJI Flip batteries and chargers: what to buy
- Where to buy the DJI Flip: Best Buy, Amazon, eBay or an authorized dealer?
- Best DJI Flip accessories worth buying
- Buying the DJI Flip drone only: what else you need
- DJI Flip battery life: real flight time and charging time
- DJI Flip Fly More Combo: is it worth it?
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