Ukraine Unveils UAV Carrier System Enhancing FPV Drone Operations on the Frontline

Ukraine has introduced a new unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) carrier system capable of transporting up to six FPV drones while also functioning as a communication relay. This technology is actively deployed on the battlefield, improving the reach and effectiveness of FPV drone strikes.

According to Ukraine’s Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov, the UAV carriers serve a dual purpose: transporting FPV drones and acting as relay stations to maintain communication between operators and their drones.

Once deployed from the carrier, FPV drones engage Russian electronic warfare systems, air defense units, command centers, and personnel at distances beyond their independent operational range.

“These UAV carriers are proving to be essential for frontline operations, allowing precise execution of missions while keeping operators at a safe distance,” Fedorov stated.

The UAV carrier was developed by a Ukrainian company participating in Brave1 Autonomous Engineering R&D Ukraine, a defense technology initiative. It is already in use on the frontlines and has received positive feedback from military personnel.

The integration of this system enhances the operational capabilities of FPV drones, enabling targeted strikes in contested areas. According to Fedorov, the development aligns with ongoing efforts to strengthen battlefield efficiency through innovative technology.

Earlier, Ukraine deployed a fleet of unmanned maritime vessels, known as “drone carriers,” equipped with strike FPV drones. First demonstrated during an attack on Russian-controlled gas platforms in the Black Sea, these vessels enhance naval strike capabilities by launching FPV drones equipped with airburst systems to target radar, electronic warfare systems, and enemy positions.