Ukraine Tests Hybrid Fibre Optic and RF Control for FPVs
The Armed Forces of Ukraine has tested hybrid control for an FPV UAV combining a fibre optic cable and an RF link to improve redundancy by simultaneous use.
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Greece launches drone push to narrow UAV gap with Türkiye
Athens accelerates drone programme on loitering munitions, tactical UCAVs and AI-enabled swarm technologies as it seeks to build a national unmanned ecosystem.
Leonardo Plans MUM-T Tests with M-346F and KIZILELMA in 2026
During a press conference, Leonardo CEO Roberto Cingolani stated that demonstrations for MUM-T with KIZILELMA unmanned fighter will commence in mid-2026.
Aegir-W USV washes ashore on Türkiye’s Black Sea coast
An Aegir-W unmanned surface vessel developed by SNC washed ashore in Ordu, showing how systems from the Ukraine war continue to reach Black Sea coasts.
Baykar’s UCAVs Might Become Motherships for SKYDAGGER’s UAVs
SKYDAGGER General Manager, Mehmet Öztekin, hinted that Baykar’s platforms, such as Bayraktar TB3, AKINCI, and KIZILELMA, could carry stacks of small UAVs.
US Department of State Approves FS-LIDS Sale to UAE
The US Department of State announced that a $2.1 billion sale of the FS-LIDS C-UAS system to the UAE, with Coyote Block 2 interceptor UAVs, was approved.
SKYDAGGER Unveils AVCI Interceptor UAV for C-UAS Use
Following its scaled FPV family and TOYCA-05 fixed-wing kamikaze UAV, Turkiye-based SKYDAGGER is entering the C-UAS field with the AVCI interceptor UAV.
KEMANKEŞ 2 Completes First Air Launch Test from AKINCI UCAV
Baykar’s AKINCI UCAV test-fired two KEMANKEŞ 2 turbojet-powered loitering munitions, marking the first air launch test for the follow-up to the KEMANKEŞ 1.
KIZIELMA Unmanned Fighter Launches TEBER-82 and LGK-82
Baykar’s KIZILELMA unmanned fighter dropped ROKETSAN’s TEBER-82 and ASELSAN’s LGK-82 laser-guided 500 lb bombs consecutively, resuming the weapons testing.
Baykar Unveils K2 Long-Range Kamikaze UAV with Swarm Option
Baykar has unveiled the K2 long-range kamikaze UAV that can take off from unprepared short runways and be reused, with a test footage showing swarm capability.
Turkish Air Force Deploys SÜPER ŞİMŞEK UAV for Training
Turkish Air Force was spotted using TUSAŞ’s SÜPER ŞİMŞEK multi-role UAV for training as a target for the first time during the Anatolian Eagle 2026/1 Training.
Airbus Starts Preparing the European XQ-58A Valkyrie UCAV
Airbus is modifying two XQ-58A Valkyrie UCAV from the US-based Kratos in preparation for European standards by fitting them with the MARS mission system.
Exploring Iran’s Electric Shaheed-101 Kamikaze UAV Variant
Iran launched a new variant of its Shaheed-101 kamikaze UAV, fitted with a tractor propeller powered by an electric motor and RATO as a different approach.
Ukraine Establishes UGV Production Line with Finland
Ukrainian UGV manufacturer Tencore has signed an MoU with Finnish firm Insta to produce the TerMIT UGV in Finland jointly, setting up a safer production line.
