NDAA compliance refers to meeting the requirements of the U.S. National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), specifically Section 848 of the FY20 NDAA and its updates through FY25. It prohibits federal agencies from purchasing or operating drones and components made by certain foreign entities, primarily to reduce security risks. NDAA-compliant drones use only approved hardware and software from trusted sources.
Compliance is self-certified by manufacturers, so buyers should verify claims when security is a priority.
