Ukraine’s Turbojet Delta-Wing Interceptor Targets Russia’s Jet-Powered Drones

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Ukraine’s Turbojet Delta-Wing Interceptor Targets Russia’s Jet-Powered Drones
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Ukraine unveiled a turbojet-powered delta-wing interceptor designed to shoot down Russia’s jet-powered Geran-5 drones, launched from a rail catapult. Zelenskyy posted footage saying the SBU has successfully deployed it, and a separate clip shows a Geran-5 destruction. The design marks Kyiv’s shift from small quadcopters to faster, winged interceptors as authorities partner with multiple firms to counter Shahed-type drones, including projects like Alexa Spatium and Sting S by Wild Hornets.

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