fcc_ecfs:FCC-2026-2905-0001:26110067879

BENNIE L HALLOpposeIndividual
Summary: The commenter, a retired military member and drone hobbyist, opposes the proposed ban because it will eliminate affordable consumer drones, make repairs impossible, and lack domestic alternatives. They argue that the ban causes economic harm and suggest a conditional compliance pathway instead of an immediate retroactive block.
Severe Economic Harm to myself: Argue that a sudden, retroactive ban on importation and marketing will force major retailers to pull stock off the shelves immediately, wiping out consumer choice in the entry-to-mid-range drone market ($289–$499) in my case $719.00Impact on Right to Repair and Support: Highlight that while the FCC states existing owners can legally fly their drones, banning the marketing, distribution, and importation of critical components makes it impossible for consumers to get replacement parts, batteries, or local customer support, turning expensive hardware into e-waste.Lack of Affordable Domestic Alternatives: Note that the U.S. consumer drone ecosystem is collapsing or shifting entirely to high-cost defense manufacturing. Forcing a ban on accessible platforms leaves hobbyists, content creators, and local commercial operators without viable, cost-effective tools.Adherence to Compliance Roadmaps: Point out that Skyrover has publicly expressed intent to maintain FCC compliance, expand localized inventory, and transition toward U.S.-based manufacturing over a 5-year timeline. The FCC should offer a conditional compliance pathway rather than an outright retroactive block. Please help us to enjoy a hobby that in my opinion, has not been thoroughly tested to prove it is an enemy or not. I served in the military and know security. Please extend the ban to a later date till proven guilty. The %$ high tech $719.00 drone I bought has no comparable drones for recreational use, taking beautiful pictures. The only made American Drones for military use are from $12000 and up. I'm retired, too old to re-up, but I also have and Autel I paid a lot for for helping in search and rescue, but that also will be out the door as an American-made thermal drone can be around $30-40thousand, so that door to be patriotic for free is basically closed. I know I am long-winded, but why are we doing this to ourselves? Thank you

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