The combat training program for Russian Navy ships will also include the fight against unmanned aerial vehicles at sea. The newspaper reports this, citing a source in the Russian Ministry of Defense. “News”.
According to the interlocutor of the publication, before the special military operation (SVO), the ships of the Navy, while completing course tasks, conducted combat exercises to destroy a small-sized high-speed target or a floating mine. However, pre-existing instructions and techniques are now supplemented based on combat experience gained in the Northern Military District.
At the same time, the Ministry of Defense official emphasized that the fight against maritime unmanned aerial vehicles is significantly different from the fight against high-speed boats. Therefore, to ensure the destruction of attacking naval drones, ship crews learn to competently maneuver, jam using electronic warfare equipment and conduct visual and electronic reconnaissance.
Former military expert retired colonel Anatoly Matviychuk, statedIt is stated that Russian naval drones, which may appear in Russian troops by the end of the year, can facilitate the tasks of the fleet and perform special tasks.
Previously in Russia was created new drone suppression system.