
Is Your Drone LiDAR System Grounded by the updated NDAA requirements?
Under Section 164 of the National Defense Authorization Act, DoD and federal projects are prohibited from using restricted LiDAR technology. Effective June 30, 2026, the U.S. government restricts the procurement and operation of LiDAR sensors manufactured by specific foreign entities (including Hesai Technology, RoboSense, and DJI components). Learn more about NDAA compliance in this recent Lidar News article, "What is NDAA-compliant Lidar?"
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Who is Affected?
DoD & Federal Agencies
Federal Contractors
Critical Infrastructure
Direct ban on procuring or
operating restricted tech
on any defense sites.
Loss of bidding eligibility for
upcoming federal mapping &
surveying projects
Utilities and state DOTs are
rapidly adopting DoD
standards for data security.
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Compliance doesn't mean compromising on point cloud density or accuracy. Phoenix LiDAR
Systems engineers custom, survey-grade payloads utilizing fully approved, industry-leading
sensors from RIEGL and Ouster, paired with secure NovAtel GNSS systems.
Stuck with a restricted payload?
Phoenix LiDAR Systems is offering an exclusive NDAA Trade Up Credit for a limited time. Trade in your non-compliant sensor (DJI L1/L2, Hesai, etc.) and apply the value toward a fully compliant, next-generation Phoenix system. We make the transition seamless so you experience zero downtime.
Stuck with a restricted payload?
Phoenix LiDAR Systems is offering an exclusive NDAA Trade Up Credit for a limited time. Trade in your non-compliant sensor (DJI L1/L2, Hesai, etc.) and apply the value toward a fully compliant, next-generation Phoenix system. We make the transition seamless so you experience zero downtime.
The RANGER Series
Built for every mission, the RANGER Series offers a full range of
NDAA-compliant systems designed to match your project requirements, platform, and workflow.
Whether you need a lightweight system for rapid UAV deployment or a high-density solution for demanding corridor and infrastructure mapping, Phoenix LiDAR delivers the precision, performance, and support to help you capture data with confidence.
Find the right Phoenix LiDAR RANGER system for your upcoming project with our product comparison tool.
Don't wait until your fleet is grounded. Talk with a Phoenix LiDAR specialist today at sales@phoenixlidar.com or 323-577-3366.
RANGER seriesNDAA-compliant systems designed to match your project requirements, platform, and workflow.
Whether you need a lightweight system for rapid UAV deployment or a high-density solution for demanding corridor and infrastructure mapping, Phoenix LiDAR delivers the precision, performance, and support to help you capture data with confidence.
Find the right Phoenix LiDAR RANGER system for your upcoming project with our product comparison tool.
Don't wait until your fleet is grounded. Talk with a Phoenix LiDAR specialist today at sales@phoenixlidar.com or 323-577-3366.



