Ukraine unveils new FPV drone models to boost military capability
Photo: The Ministry of Defense showed FPV drones on fiber optics (mod.gov.ua)
Ukrainian manufacturers showcased more than 10 models of FPV drones that can be operated via fiber optics. The drones are capable of carrying up to 3 kilograms of payload, according to the Ministry of Defense.
These drones are in the final stages of codification and will soon be supplied to meet the needs of the army.
"The event featured domestic manufacturers who presented over a dozen drone models, including those capable of carrying up to 3 kilograms of payload," the report stated.
Experienced UAV operators from the Ukrainian Armed Forces gave positive feedback on the new drone models and expressed interest in deploying them to their units.
"The FPV drones showcased at the event are in the final stages of codification and will be supplied for military use," the Ministry of Defense confirmed.
Lieutenant Colonel Yevhen Tkachenko, Head of the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Department of the Defense Ministry's Main Innovation Directorate explained that the enemy continues to enhance its capabilities to use fiber optic drone control technologies. Therefore, it is essential to neutralize their advantages in this area.
"Domestic manufacturers demonstrate their readiness to adapt swiftly to the challenges of modern warfare and bring innovative developments to life," Tkachenko said.
Weapons production in Ukraine
Ukraine has completed testing of a line of UAVs with fiber-optic communication. They provide protected control even in conditions of active use of electronic warfare.
Ukraine continues to introduce new types of weapons, in particular, domestically produced missiles Peklo and Ruta, as well as the laser air defense system Tryzub.
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