Finland tests interceptor drones including Destinus' Hornet Block 1 at live military evaluation event
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Dylan Malyasov
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Summary
Finland's Defence Forces hosted a live testing event for interceptor drone systems, with Destinus showcasing its Hornet Block 1 drone. Destinus, a European aerospace company whose co-founder served as Ukraine's Finance Minister, has been supplying drone technology to Ukraine's armed forces since 2023. The event highlights Finland's methodical approach to building counter-drone capabilities.
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Among the systems on display was the Hornet Block 1 from Destinus, a European aerospace company whose co-founder served as Ukraine's Finance Minister
The Finnish Army confirmed the event on its official social media account
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