Swiss Army Boosts Drone Defense by 2025 After Unauthorized Flights
Switzerland has witnessed unauthorized drone flights near military areas and troop training sites. In response, the Swiss Army has initiated measures to bolster its drone defense capabilities by 2025.
The Swiss Army currently operates several drones, including the Israeli Hermes 900, Parrot's Anafi range, the Black Hornet 3 PRS, the Indago 3, and the Orbiter 2B. The Anafi range, in particular, offers high-resolution cameras and thermal imaging, with a flight time of 30 minutes and a range of four kilometers.
The Black Hornet 3 PRS is renowned for its small size and light weight, making it ideal for tactical reconnaissance and covert operations. Meanwhile, the Indago 3 from Lockheed Martin is compact, foldable, and easily transportable in a backpack. The Orbiter 2B, with its three-meter wingspan and ten-kilogram weight, is suited for long-term reconnaissance operations, lasting up to three hours. The Israeli Hermes 900 drones can even detail objects as small as 30 centimeters from an altitude of eight kilometers during the day.
In the summer, the Swiss Army discovered multiple mini-drones during trials for a drone defense system. Consequently, the Federal Office for Defense Procurement has been commissioned to acquire new drone defense systems against micro- and mini-drones. These systems aim to protect critical infrastructure and support civilian authorities during operations.
The Swiss Army's drone arsenal is diverse and capable, but the recent unauthorized drone flights have underscored the need for enhanced drone defense. By 2025, the Swiss Army aims to have a robust drone defense system in place to safeguard its operations and critical infrastructure.
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