A 270 Km/h Pursuit: UK Presents ‘High-Speed’ Solution to Class 1 Drones

[Starmix]

According to the report, a new interceptor capable of reaching up to 270 kilometers (168 miles) per hour is being positioned as the UK’s last line of defense against short-range Class 1 drone threats.

The report stated that the Aero Strike system, developed by Drone Defense, provides point-defense coverage for protecting critical sites, convoys, and forward-deployed units that require a fast-reacting effector.

The report said that the interceptor can remain airborne for up to 10 minutes within a 13-kilometer (8-mile) operating range, enabling rapid response to time-sensitive targets. Operators can control AeroStrike using first-person-view software, while the system’s AeroTracker application supports automated terminal guidance during the final phase of flight.

The report added that the system can integrate with external radars and electro-optical/infrared sensors, allowing it to receive targeting data from sources beyond its onboard system. It said that the company-released footage showed the interceptor launching from both ground-based launchers and enclosed automated boxes, with Drone Defense stating that it can be deployed from virtually any surface.

Additionally, the entire system stands just over 5 inches (12.7 centimeters) tall and weighs around 1.4 kilograms (3.1 pounds), underscoring its focus on portability and rapid deployment.cc.

Source: NextGen Defense

 

[kit_hung]

Aero Strike system big step forward in protecting UK airspace against small Class 1 drones that are difficult to detect by conventional radar. With speed 270km/h, interceptor can intercept and stop fast-moving threats before they can cause damage to sensitive areas today.

 

[Starmix]

It is a very sexy Class 1 Drone. It provides point-defense coverage for protecting critical sites, convoys, and forward-deployed units that require a fast-reacting effector. It is overwhelming, and only developed countries can have a drone like this.