The MQ-9B Protector RG Mk1 took to the skies from RAF Waddington, marking another important milestone in the delivery of the surveillance, intelligence, and precision strike aircraft to the front line.
The first of 16 Protector aircraft, the RAF’s latest Remotely Piloted Air System (RPAS), has arrived at RAF Waddington, Lincolnshire.
Personnel from Royal Air Force (RAF) 54 Squadron, are currently undertaking the first Instructor Operating Course on Protector simulators.
Aircrew training on Protector RG Mk1, the Royal Air Force’s new Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) has commenced in the United States.
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace and Czech machinery manufacturer Zetor successfully demonstrated the Zetor Gerlach 4×4 armoured tactical vehicle with Remote Weapon Systems.
The US Army has awarded a 5-year IDIQ contract valued up to USD 1.498 Bn to Kongsberg for the continued delivery of the CROWS.
The first world-class Protector aircraft has been accepted off-contract by the UK MOD from General Atomics-Aeronautical Systems.
