British Army to acquire new surveillance drones in £400m deal
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British Army to acquire new surveillance drones in £400m deal

17 Sep 2026 · Originally published 17 Sep 2026 7/10 Original headline: British Army to get Ukraine-tested ‘spy’ drones in £400m deal to spot enemies before they strike | …
The British Army is replacing its ageing Watchkeeper aircraft with new surveillance drones that have already been tested in Ukraine. These drones will be manufactured in Swindon, supporting over 1,000 jobs and providing soldiers with real-time intelligence to help identify threats on the battlefield.
Source: r/GoodNewsUK Wiltshire
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