Tag: counter drone
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Army Launches Low-Cost Interceptor Program to Counter Affordable Drone Threats
The Army is shaking up its defense strategy with a new Low-Cost Interceptor program, aiming to take down affordable drone threats with scalable, budget-friendly solutions. This move is set to revolutionize air-defense systems by providing a cost-effective alternative to multimillion-dollar solutions.
Russia Deploys Counter-Drone Pantsir System On Moscow Skyscrapers
A viral video shows a Russian Mi-26 helicopter deploying a Pantsir-SMD-E air defense system on a Moscow skyscraper, sparking concerns about the city's defenses. The unusual move has raised eyebrows, with one user joking that it just gave away the location for the next Ukrainian drone strike.
Australian Firm Offers Armored Roofs to Counter Drone Threats in Ukraine
Australian firm Andvare VI Defence Industries is tackling the growing threat of small attack drones with a game-changing armored roof solution, providing up to 22 square feet of overhead protection. This innovative shield is set to be fielded with Polaris Government and Defense's MRZR all-terrain vehicles for Ukrainian special operations forces.
Southeast Asia Bolsters Counter-Drone Capabilities
Southeast Asian countries are rapidly adapting to the evolving drone threat landscape, with nations like Malaysia and Singapore leading the charge by developing cutting-edge counter-drone capabilities and integrating drone operations into their military training. From interceptor drones to revamped military doctrines, the region is proactively bolstering its defenses to stay ahead of the curve.
Poland Develops M28 Skytruck for Counter-Drone Role
Poland is taking a major step in its defense strategy by modifying its PZL M28 Skytruck aircraft to combat drones, with a contract in place to equip the plane with gun armament. The modification program is already underway, starting with the conversion of a prototype.
Ukraine's An-28 Turboprop Deploys Interceptor Drones Against Russian Shaheds
Meet Ukraine's unlikely Shahed hunter: a converted Antonov An-28 turboprop that's now launching interceptor drones to take down enemy targets, and racking up an impressive tally of 222 Russian drones shot down. Equipped with underwing hardpoints, infrared cameras, and night-vision goggles, this airborne counter-drone platform is leading the charge against Russian Shaheds.
Army Boosts Production of Apache's Counter-Drone Cannon Shells
The US Army is supercharging production of its game-changing counter-drone cannon shell, the XM1225 APEX, for the AH-64 Apache, with plans to buy five times as much of this critical ammo. This major boost is a strong signal of the military's focus on staying ahead of the drone threat.