Effective December 22, 2025, drones manufactured by companies located in a foreign country of concern are prohibited from being purchased with or used in federally sponsored research. This prohibition includes drones made by DJI or Autel, among others, and the prohibition stems from national security concerns of foreign adversaries gaining access to sensitive data or infrastructure.
If your research team currently has any drones manufactured by a company in a foreign country of concern (such as DJI or Autel) or if your research team is unsure about the manufacturer's country of origin, please contact exportcontrols@uoregon.edu for further guidance.
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Drone Use on Campus
Anyone wishing to operate a drone or model aircraft on UO property or at a UO-sponsored event is required to obtain approval from Safety and Risk Services prior to operation, and submit a completed UAS Request Form via the online form at least 14 days in advance of the requested flight date.