DJI’s Mini 5 Pro has entered a regulatory grey zone as many production units weigh slightly above the 250g threshold that exempts hobby drones from stricter requirements. While the EU continues to allow the model under its C0 class through a manufacturing tolerance rule, authorities in the US, UK and Canada apply the limit strictly, meaning some pilots must now register the drone and follow additional operational rules. The situation highlights ongoing challenges in aligning drone standards across regions.