Capability

Royal Navy Proves Martlet Air-to-Air Capability in New Live-Fire Exercise

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A Royal Navy Wildcat successfully shot down a Banshee target drone using the Martlet missile in an air-to-air role test conducted in South West Wales. This marks a significant advancement in the Royal Navy’s air defense capabilities, particularly against small air targets like kamikaze drones. The Martlet missile, originally designed for surface targets, has proven … Read more

MQ-4C Triton Flies for Five Hours Deep Within the Arctic Circle, Proving Navigation Capability

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Northrop Grumman’s MQ-4C Triton drone successfully demonstrated its navigation system’s ability to operate in the Arctic Circle during a test flight. The drone flew within 100 miles of the North Pole, showcasing its intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities. The Triton is a high-altitude, long-endurance platform designed for missions in harsh environments. It supports maritime patrol, … Read more