{
  "id": 3003949,
  "title": "FCC shoots down HoverAir’s modular Versa drone, saying certification was granted ‘erroneously,’ and adds that it's ‘considering further action’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/fcc-shoots-down-hoverairs-modular-versa-drone-saying-certification",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-24T11:07:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/cameras/drones/exclusive-fcc-shoots-down-hoverairs-modular-versa-drone-saying-certification-was-granted-erroneously-and-adds-that-its-considering-further-action"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has invalidated the certification of HoverAir’s Versa drone, stating that the approval was granted \"erroneously.\" HoverAir had marketed the Versa as the world’s first 2-in-1 pocket gimbal camera and drone, claiming it would be available for purchase in the US market. However, the FCC has removed the Versa from its public database and directed HoverAir to cease all related activities immediately. The drone, which boasts features such as 4K video capabilities, 12MP photos, and AI subject tracking, will not be available in the US market. The FCC is also considering further action against HoverAir for allegedly violating its Covered List rules. Despite its innovative design, the Versa is now in the same position as DJI’s drones in the US market.",
  "summary": "HoverAir's 2-in-1 pocket gimbal camera and drone looked set to go on sale in the US — but the FCC has now said certification was granted 'erroneously'",
  "key_points": [
    "FCC invalidates HoverAir’s Versa drone certification, calling it 'erroneous'",
    "HoverAir’s Versa drone marketed as world’s first 2-in-1 pocket gimbal camera and drone",
    "FCC considers further action against HoverAir for potential rule violations"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}