Summary
The United States tested a defense system to counter small drones at Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota. This drill was conducted after a recent drone attack on a Russian air base highlighted the threat of drones to military sites. The U.S. Northern Command used a new kit designed to detect and intercept drones to evaluate their readiness.
Key Facts
- The U.S. Northern Command conducted a counter-drone drill at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota.
- The drill took place between October 21 and 27 and involved more than 100 targets.
- Minot Air Force Base hosts both nuclear-capable bombers and nuclear missiles.
- The exercise marks the first use of the U.S. Northern Command's C-sUAS flyaway kit.
- This kit includes sensors and autonomous interceptors for drone detection and mitigation.
- The exercise tested the full deployment process and interagency coordination required.
- This effort follows Russia's experience with a large drone attack on its air base.
- The U.S. exercise reflects growing concern over drone threats to security facilities.
