What Happened
Partnership Enhances Jet Trainer's Role In Combatting Unmanned Aerial Threats
Aero Vodochody and Thales Belgium have signed a memorandum of understanding to further develop the counter-unmanned aircraft system capabilities of the L-39 Skyfox jet. The partnership includes the integration and testing of Thales’ 70 mm rocket system, enhancing the Skyfox’s role in combatting unmanned aerial threats. The L-39 Skyfox, a two-seat jet trainer and light combat aircraft, has been delivered to several countries, including Vietnam, Hungary, and the Czech state-owned company LOM PRAHA. The development of the Drone Hunter configuration demonstrates the aircraft’s adaptability for emerging missions. This development was first reported by AeroTime.