A lightweight US-made drone that carries an explosive payload and fits in a backpack will soon enter service with the Australian Defence Force following its successful use on the battlefield in Ukraine.
The federal government will announce today it is acquiring the Switchblade 300, a precision loitering munition with a range of around 10 kilometres.
On Monday the Albanese government will announce it's acquiring the "Switchblade 300", a precision loitering munition with a range of around 10 kilometres that's being operated by Ukrainian soldiers in their fight against invading Russian forces. Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy insists the government is taking action to enhance the ADF's use of drones, rejecting suggestions it has not invested in the deadly technology.
the ABC revealed a locally made and electrically powered loitering munition will also soon be brought into service by the Australian Army
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