BAE Systems Tests Counter-Drone Technology at Eglin and Dugway
What happened
BAE Systems conducted trials at Eglin Air Force Base and Dugway Proving Ground. The test involved a modified Malloy Aeronautics’ T-150 Uncrewed Aerial System (UAS), designated TRV-150, firing laser-guided Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) rockets. The system used a three-pod launcher to engage successive aerial targets without needing to land and reload. The test was held in collaboration with BAE Systems’ Maryland-based partner SURVICE Engineering.
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Why it matters
The trials demonstrated how low-cost precision weapons can be integrated onto uncrewed platforms to counter growing drone threats on the battlefield. BAE Systems is looking to extend this counter-drone capability to maritime operations.
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Who's involved
- BAE SystemsConducted the trials and is developing the counter-drone technology.
- MarylandState where BAE Systems’ partner, SURVICE Engineering, is based.
- Dugway Proving GroundLocation where earlier and current tests of the APKWS system took place.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- BAE SystemsSpeculative
BAE Systems might see validated core counter-drone technology support future contracts.
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The entities involved
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BAE Systems
defense, security and aerospace company
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Maryland
state of the United States of America
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Dugway Proving Ground
US Army facility in Tooele County, Utah, United States
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