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Ukrainian short-range FPV drones observed with Starlink terminals fitted

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Russian milblogger sources report the capture and destruction of Ukrainian FPV drones — including examples identified as ‘Hornet’ type — carrying Starlink satellite communication terminals. Russian commentators note that fitting a single-use close-range FPV drone with Starlink hardware implies Ukrainian forces have the equipment in surplus. The Starlink link would give these short-range drones satellite-based navigation and resistance to local radio jamming, partially explaining the degraded effectiveness of Russian EW against them.

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  • Telegram channel, Russian side:Два майора (Two Majors) adversary Open the post
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