US EditionVideo shows the Royal Air Force test-launching drones from a Chinook helicopter
- The UK's Royal Air Force recently completed a trial called Hornets Nest, launching FPV drones from a Chinook helicopter on May 9, 2025.
- This trial responds to the growing role of drones in modern conflicts, as demonstrated by Ukraine's extensive drone use and escalating drone arms races globally.
- The FPV drones have tactical advantages including squad-level lethality, longer range up to 20 kilometers, and cost under $5,000, fostering rapid deployment and training.
- Craig Singleton highlighted concerns over Chinese company DJI's dominance with over 70% global market share, calling it a national security threat because of data access risks posed to Beijing.
- The RAF trial reflects efforts to develop drone tactics and production capacity amid a drone arms race where the U.S. And allies seek sustainable manufacturing and innovation to avoid falling behind.
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JingletreeVideo shows the Royal Air Force test-launching drones from a Chinook helicopter
The Royal Air Force shared a video of its trial launching drones from a Chinook helicopter.Royal Air Force/XThe UK released footage of it testing the launch of drones from a Chinook helicopter.Western militaries are trying to learn drone warfare lessons from the conflict in Ukraine.Russia has tested launching drones from helicopters, but its real-world use has not been reported.The UK's air force has tested launching drones from a Chinook helico…
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