Ukraine's Defense Ministry authorizes Chaklun drone for operation: Details
Photo: Chacklun drone (facebook com chacklun)
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has authorized the Chaklun drone for operation. This UAV is multifunctional.
“The Ukrainian Defense Ministry has codified and authorized the delivery of a domestically produced drone Chaklun. It is built according to the airplane scheme,” the report says.
Chaklun drone
The drone is quite compact but multifunctional. It can, in particular, adjust artillery fire. Thanks to the use of high-tech materials, it is resistant to Russian electronic warfare.
Chaklun drone (facebook com chacklun)
In addition, this unmanned system uses control software created by domestic programmers specifically for it. Bad weather conditions are not a deterrent to the operation of this drone.
Drone production in Ukraine
Ukraine plans to produce 1.5 million drones by the end of 2024. The government has also launched a pilot project to certify drone operator schools.
As for 2025, according to Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, Ukraine plans to increase weapons production next year. This includes drones and long-range weapons, including ballistic missiles.
Over the past two years, drone production in Ukraine has increased 100-fold. Almost all drones that are currently being purchased are made in Ukraine.
