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RAF Deploys StormShroud Drones, First Autonomous Electronic Warfare System

The UK’s StormShroud drones, equipped with advanced radar-jamming technology, are now operational, marking a major step in modernising air combat capabilities and boosting domestic defence innovation.

The UK's new StormShroud drone.
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Overview

  • StormShroud drones, the RAF’s first uncrewed electronic warfare platform, are designed to jam enemy radars and protect fighter jets like the F-35B and Typhoon during missions.
  • The drones incorporate BriteStorm electronic warfare technology, developed by Leonardo UK, and lessons learned from drone warfare in Ukraine.
  • The Ministry of Defence invested £19 million in the initial rollout, while manufacturer Tekever announced an additional £400 million investment in UK production, supporting thousands of skilled jobs.
  • StormShroud is part of the UK’s Autonomous Collaborative Platforms strategy, blending crewed and uncrewed systems to enhance survivability and operational effectiveness in contested airspaces.
  • Prime Minister Keir Starmer and RAF leaders hailed the development as a significant milestone in countering threats from Russia and advancing UK and European security.