Banshee

QinetiQ is to provide the US Army’s Threat Systems Management Office (TSMO) with a uniquely developed version of its Banshee Jet 80+. Known as the MQM-185B, the target will help the US Army train for real-world scenarios by flying the hyper realistic threat targets.

QinetiQ reaches milestone with 10,000th Banshee aerial training target

Air, Top / By Defence Industry Europe

The Banshee Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle (UAV) is recognised for its cost-effectiveness and ability to emulate various aerial threats.

The Royal Navy has completed a two-year programme exploring the use of jet-powered drones, marking a key milestone in unmanned aviation. The Banshee drones, operated by 700X Naval Air Squadron, have now been retired after the successful conclusion of the trials.

Royal Navy concludes jet drone trials with Banshee project success

Sea / By Defence Industry Europe

The Royal Navy has completed a two-year programme exploring the use of jet-powered drones, marking a key milestone in unmanned aviation.

The Royal Navy has taken delivery of new jet-powered Banshee drones capable of flying up to 400mph.

Royal Navy received Banshee Jet 80+ drones from QinetiQ

Sea / By Defence Industry Europe

The Royal Navy has taken delivery of new jet-powered Banshee drones capable of flying up to 400mph.