Last week, Ukrainian FPV-drone community scored a striking victory against russia’s Shahed drones. On May 19, the Wild Hornets group, which specializes in FPV drone operations, released raw footage showing Ukrainian Sting interceptor drone in action.
In the grainy yet unmistakable clip, the Sting drone closes in on the Shahed UAV, maneuvering from behind and below, its blind spot, and delivers a direct hit, neutralizing before it can unleash its warhead on Ukrainian positions. This engagement underlines the growing effectiveness of small, agile FPV drones as frontline air defense assets.
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Developed specifically to counter loitering munitions, the Sting drone combines high speed with pinpoint control, allowing operators to exploit the relatively vulnerable rear and underside of larger UAVs. Unlike traditional air defense systems, which rely on radar-guided missiles or anti-aircraft artillery, FPV-interceptor drones offer a low-cost, rapidly deployable solution against nimble targets like the Shahed UAVs that russia has exported extensively.
By showcasing this successful interception, the Wild Hornets group not only demonstrate technical prowess but also send a clear message: Ukrainian defenders are innovating to protect both soldiers and civilians from aerial threats.
As Defense Express previously reported, Ukraine's Special Operations Forces have successfully carried out an ambush operation that resulted in the destruction of russian Ka-52 Alligator attack helicopter. The operation, which involved a coordinated strike by seven FPV drones, was documented in a dramatic video shared by the Balista unit on Instagram.
The strike took place during daylight hours on May 16, though the exact location on the front line remains undisclosed. According to the footage and accompanying report, Ukrainian forces had set up a concealed command post in a visually striking landscape. From this position, they tracked the Ka-52 helicopter's altitude and trajectory in real time.
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