Tag: Bayraktar TB2
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Ukraine war: Turkish armed drones allegedly still in use
The government in Kiev publishes pictures of drone attacks on Russian invaders, who in turn report the shooting down of several “TB2”. It is doubtful that the weapon is decisive, as it was in the war over Nagorno-Karabakh. However, its current use is likely to further boost exports. Despite Russian attacks on hundreds of military […]
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War in Ethiopia: Armed drones could be again a gamechanger
In a surprise move, the Ethiopian military was able to stop the advance of attacking Tigray rebels on the capital, according to international media reports, with the help of armed drones. Allegedly “Bayraktar TB2” ordered in Turkey have not been sighted anywhere so far. However, competitors from China and Iran have been documented. Ethiopia has […]
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Missiles and sensors: German technology for the Turkish drone war
Turkey’s best-selling armed drone is equipped with cameras from German company Hensoldt, a spokesperson confirms. The device could guide missiles developed with German help to a target. The government in Berlin also has a stake in the defence company. Turkey uses the drones for attacks that violate international law. For almost two decades, companies from […]
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Flight campaign in the UK: Military drone operates in civilian airspace for the first time
Throughout Europe, military drones are only allowed to fly in restricted areas. This is a major obstacle for training and missions inside the country. A British flight series with a US drone is now set to bring a breakthrough for flights in civilian airspace. For the past two weeks, US drone manufacturer General Atomics has […]