P1-Sun
Coverage of P1-Sun in the Nexus archive.
- Ukraine's drone hunters are evolving. The next generation is getting faster.
Ukrainian defense companies are developing faster interceptor drones to counter Russian jet-powered attack drones like the Geran-4 and Geran-5. Wild Hornets and Skyfall are testing upgraded models, such as the 'Sting 2' and enhanced P1-Sun, to match the speed and maneuverability of Russian jet drones.
- Why a Ukrainian mobile air defense unit isn't ready to give up its nearly century-old machine gun
Ukrainian mobile air defense units continue using .50 caliber M2 Browning machine guns alongside new interceptor drones due to challenges like electronic interference. The M2, a nearly century-old weapon, remains effective in certain conditions despite the adoption of high-tech Ukrainian-made interceptors like the P1-Sun and Bullet.
- Ukraine's arms makers found a way to get interceptor pilots out of danger without losing their reach
Ukrainian companies have developed remote operations allowing interceptor drone pilots to control drones from hundreds of miles away via satellite-based internet, enhancing safety from Russian targeting. This advancement, highlighted by Skyfall and Wild Hornets, enables operators to remain continents away without compromising mission effectiveness.