Defence & Space

The AH-64D Apache is already in Poland. A powerful reinforcement for the Army Aviation

In Inowrocław, Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz took part in the reception of the…

2025-06-17 | Rafał Muczyński | 7 minutes

SIPRI: Nuclear risks grow as new arms race looms

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute published a report entitled SIPRI Yearbook 2025, which, among other things, discusses the issue of…

2025-06-16 | Redakcja | 10 minutes

SIPRI: Nuclear risks grow as new arms race looms

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute published a report entitled SIPRI Yearbook 2025, which, among other things, discusses the issue of…

2025-06-16 | Redakcja | 10 minutes

Polish 35 mm SA-35 Self-Propelled Anti-Aircraft Gun with PIT-Radwar

During the recent MSPO trade fair in Kielce, the company PIT-Radwar presented its proposal for a 35 mm self-propelled anti-aircraft gun…

2025-06-13 | Przemysław Gurgurewicz | 13 minutes

The AH-64D Apache is already in Poland. A powerful reinforcement for the Army Aviation

In Inowrocław, Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz took part in the reception of the…

2025-06-17 | Rafał Muczyński | 7 minutes

SIPRI: Nuclear risks grow as new arms race looms

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute published a report entitled SIPRI Yearbook 2025, which, among other things, discusses the issue of…

2025-06-16 | Redakcja | 10 minutes

SKW Cryptographic Security Certificate for Polish Comp@n Radio Set from the WB Group

The WB Group announced that the Comp@n system radio set, developed by its subsidiary Radmor, along with the Cryptographic Document Management…

2025-06-14 | Redakcja | 4 minutes

Advancing multi-domain EW operations: Rohde & Schwarz unveils latest innovations at AOC Europe

Rohde & Schwarz demonstrates the next generation of SIGINT/EW systems, sensor fusion and signal analysis solutions, designed to meet the evolving…

2025-05-12 | Redakcja | 2 minutes

Spectra Group unveils Troposcatter on the Move (TOTM) to Asia at Indo Defence

Spectra Group is unveiling its new Troposcatter on the Move (TOTM) capability at Indo Defence, which delivers robust, secure, high-bandwidth…

2025-06-12 | Redakcja | 3 minutes

Poland: GROTowisko-25 Conference Begins Next Week

On the weekend of June 14–15, 2025, the next edition of GROTowisko will take place. Once again, the military complex…

2025-06-04 | Redakcja | 3 minutes

Taking Responsibility for Veterans – Rheinmetall participates in the first National Veterans’ Day

German-based Rheinmetall AG participates in the first National Veterans’ Day of the Bundeswehr. Numerous Rheinmetall sites set an example.

2025-06-16 | Redakcja | 3 minutes

The Rohde & Schwarz R&S M3AR radio family reaches 10,000 unit milestone

Rohde & Schwarz has achieved a major milestone with the sale of over 10,000 R&S M3AR radios worldwide, underscoring its dedication to delivering cutting-edge communication…

2025-06-16 | Redakcja | 3 minutes

Poland: Buffer zone on the border with Belarus extended for another 90 days

The Minister of the Interior and Administration has signed a regulation introducing a temporary ban on presence in a designated area within the…

2025-06-11 | Redakcja | 4 minutes

Galvion awarded FBI contract for their Hellbender FE helmet

Galvion announces the successful award of a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) contract for their Galvion Hellbender Federal Edition (FE) helmet…

2025-06-09 | Redakcja | 3 minutes

The AH-64D Apache is already in Poland. A powerful reinforcement for the Army Aviation

In Inowrocław, Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz took part in the reception of the…

2025-06-17 | Rafał Muczyński | 7 minutes

SIPRI: Nuclear risks grow as new arms race looms

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute published a report entitled SIPRI Yearbook 2025, which, among other things, discusses the issue of…

2025-06-16 | Redakcja | 10 minutes

SIPRI: Nuclear risks grow as new arms race looms

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute published a report entitled SIPRI Yearbook 2025, which, among other things, discusses the issue of…

2025-06-16 | Redakcja | 10 minutes

Visit of Polish President Andrzej Duda to the Singaporean company ST Engineering

One of the stops during the visit of Polish President Andrzej Duda to Singapore was the local company ST Engineering, which…

2025-06-14 | Rafał Muczyński | 5 minutes

ICEYE signs agreement to deliver SAR satellite capabilities to the Portuguese Air Force

The Polish-Finnish company ICEYE and the Portuguese Air Force (Força Aérea Portuguesa, FAP) announced the signing of an order for…

2025-06-13 | Redakcja | 4 minutes

Hanwha Systems and BAE Systems Sign MOU to Build Next-Generation Reconnaissance Satellite System

Hanwha Systems, a leading South Korean defense and aerospace technology company, announced today that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)…

2025-06-10 | Redakcja | 2 minutes
Shooting

Streamlight TLR-7 HL-X – a Bayonet of Light for Your Weapon

The devil’s not so scary once you shine a light on him—and he’s certainly easier to neutralize in the spotlight. A weapon-mounted flashlight…

2025-06-09 | Anna Mielczarek | 6 minutes

Mactronic M-Fire Guardian – A New Flashlight for Professionals

Mactronic is introducing a new angle flashlight, the M-Fire Guardian. According to the manufacturer, it is the first angle flashlight with red…

2025-06-04 | Michał Ihnatów | 6 minutes

Streamlight TLR-7 HL-X – a Bayonet of Light for Your Weapon

The devil’s not so scary once you shine a light on him—and he’s certainly easier to neutralize in the spotlight. A weapon-mounted flashlight…

2025-06-09 | Anna Mielczarek | 6 minutes

Mactronic M-Fire Guardian – A New Flashlight for Professionals

Mactronic is introducing a new angle flashlight, the M-Fire Guardian. According to the manufacturer, it is the first angle flashlight with red…

2025-06-04 | Michał Ihnatów | 6 minutes

Protective Rescuer Vest – BC Arms Archangel

The Archangel Rescuer Vest is the result of a collaboration between Polish companies Currahee and BC Arms. It was created in…

2025-05-16 | Mariusz Rams | 6 minutes

Direct Action Spitfire Plate Carrier – Part 1: Testing the Carrier

Nowadays, the market offers a wide range of options in the gear and load-bearing equipment category. One of the most basic…

2025-05-08 | Michał Gaweł | 14 minutes

Enforce Tac 2025 starts on February 24th

Enforce Tac is an international trade fair aimed at law enforcement officers, experts from government agencies, and representatives of the…

2025-01-30 | Michał Ihnatów | 4 minutes

POLSECURE: Holsters HPE Poland offer for uniformed services

At the 3rd International Police and Public Security Fair POLSECURE 2024 in Kielce, Holsters HPE Poland presented its offer for…

2024-05-01 | Redakcja | 2 minutes

MSBS GROT BULLPUP conversion now available

Fabryka Broni “Łucznik” Radom is introducing long-awaited conversion kits for the MSBS GROT S16 FB-M1 and S10 FB-M1 semi-automatic rifles,…

2025-06-02 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

IDET 2025: Grand Power Showcases M4M1 Carbines for the Slovak Armed Forces

At the International Defence and Security Technologies Fair IDET 2023 in the Czech Republic, Grand Power — a Slovak firearms manufacturer — showcased…

2025-05-28 | Michał Ihnatów | 4 minutes

Setting Up a Shooting Belt: An Example with Clawgear

To assist with shooting training and beyond, various belts and gear configurations have been developed and customized to suit individual needs. It’s…

2024-11-28 | Łukasz Kołodziejski | 14 minutes

Weapon light: a practical tool for everyday service. How to choose?

In the world of armed forces, where every second can determine the outcome of an operation, precision and effectiveness are…

2024-08-29 | Redakcja | 7 minutes

Over 100% increase in gun permits in Poland in 2024

The Polish Police have released statistical data on firearm permits issued in 2024. An increasing number of Poles now hold…

2025-02-20 | Michał Ihnatów | 5 minutes

Firearms In Poland 2023: Number of permits continues to grow

The National Police Headquarters has released statistics regarding the number of firearm permits and firearms themselves in the hands of…

2024-02-17 | Michał Ihnatów | 5 minutes

5 Best Value ATN Rifle Scopes Under €1500

ATN is a leading manufacturer of daytime optics, smart night vision, and thermal vision technology. The innovative features and ergonomic designs…

2022-11-11 | Redakcja | 8 minutes

MILMAG Visits Grand Power

Grand Power is a Slovak manufacturer of the acknowledged good quality firearms. Take part in our guided tour with English subtitles.

2022-05-23 | Redakcja | 1 minutes

Streamlight TLR-7 HL-X – a Bayonet of Light for Your Weapon

The devil’s not so scary once you shine a light on him—and he’s certainly easier to neutralize in the spotlight. A weapon-mounted flashlight…

2025-06-09 | Anna Mielczarek | 6 minutes

Protective Rescuer Vest – BC Arms Archangel

The Archangel Rescuer Vest is the result of a collaboration between Polish companies Currahee and BC Arms. It was created in…

2025-05-16 | Mariusz Rams | 6 minutes

EOTECH Holographic Sight – History, Technology, Practice

The holographic sight is a device known for nearly 30 years and used by professionals around the world. A favorite sight of many…

2024-09-02 | Michał Gaweł | 12 minutes

MSPO 2024: Parasnake will Showcase UAVs from AeroVironment

During the upcoming 32nd International Defence Industry Exhibition MSPO at Targi Kielce, the local company Parasnake Arkadiusz Szewczyk will showcase unmanned aerial vehicles from the American manufacturer, AeroVironment Inc.

At the 32nd International Defence Industry Exhibition MSPO 2024 at Targi Kielce, which will take place from September 3-6, the Kielce-based company Parasnake Arkadiusz Szewczyk will showcase four models of unmanned aerial vehicles from the American manufacturer, AeroVironment Inc.

T-20 / Photo: AeroVironment Inc.

T-20

Launched via a catapult, independent of access to runways, the T-20 fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicle offers the best-in-class flight endurance of over 24 hours, an operational range of up to 185 km (115 miles), and the capability to operate beyond the line of sight (BLOS) of the operator.

The T-20 is a portable system that can be configured and launched in less than 60 minutes, requiring only a small operational area. With a payload capacity of 22.7 kg (50 pounds), the aircraft is capable of performing multiple missions with fully integrated payload modules, including optoelectronic sensors such as the Cloud Cap TASE 200 and 400 Series, gyroscopically stabilized EO/IR sensors with continuous zoom, onboard GPS/INS, and video processing. Additionally, the T-20 features a common autopilot and ground control system architecture, providing a highly configurable, modular platform that can be tailored to the customer’s operational requirements.

The T-20 has a wingspan of 5.7 meters, a length of 2.9 meters, and a cruising speed of 92.6 km/h (50 knots). Its takeoff weight is 102 kg. The aircraft is powered by a 190 cc gasoline engine with electronic fuel injection (MOGAS), driving a single propeller located at the nose. The maximum altitude is 6,096 meters (20,000 feet).

Jump 20 / Photo: AeroVironment Inc.

Jump 20

The Jump 20 is a vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) unmanned aerial vehicle designed to provide advanced intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) services with multiple sensors. Offering over 14 hours of flight endurance and an operational range of up to 185 km (115 miles), the Jump 20 is ideal for multi-mission operations.

The system is runway-independent and can be configured and launched in less than 60 minutes without the need for launch or recovery equipment (such as catapults or nets). With a payload capacity of up to 13.6 kg (30 pounds), the Jump 20 offers flexible payload options, such as ARCAM 45D imaging sensors, long-range EO/MWIR infrared sensors, as well as onboard tracking, stabilization, and video processing systems. The aircraft features a common autopilot and ground control system architecture, providing a highly configurable, modular platform that can be tailored to the customer’s requirements.

The Jump 20 has a wingspan of 5.7 meters, a length of 2.9 meters, and a cruising speed of 107.4 km/h (56 knots). Its takeoff weight is 97.5 kg. The aircraft is powered by a 190 cc gasoline engine with electronic fuel injection (MOGAS), which, along with batteries, powers four vertical lift rotors in underwing nacelles and a single propeller located at the nose. The maximum altitude is 5,182 meters (17,000 feet).

On March 1, 2023, the Jump 20 was selected for the second phase of the FTUAS (Future Tactical Unmanned Aerial Systems) program, alongside the Aerosonde Mk. 4.8 Hybrid Quad from Textron Systems Corporation.

Switchblade 600 / Photo: AeroVironment Inc.

Switchblade 600

This is a loitering munition developed under the Army Single Multi-Mission Attack program. The Switchblade 600 has a range of over 40 km (which can be extended to over 90 km) and a flight endurance of more than 40 minutes. The system weighs 54.4 kg, with the aircraft itself weighing 22.7 kg, carrying a warhead based on the FGM-148 Javelin anti-tank missile warhead. It is equipped with a 4-sensor optoelectronic guidance system and is controlled via a tablet. The cruising speed is 112 km/h, while the attack speed reaches 185 km/h. It can attack targets from above in top attack mode.

It is used by the armed forces of the USA, Ukraine (as military aid), and Lithuania.

Switchblade 300 / Photo: USMC

Switchblade 300

This is a smaller variant of the Switchblade 600, which has been implemented in two sub-versions: Block 10C and Block 20.

The first variant (Block 10C) is 610 mm in length and weighs 2.7 kg. After launch, it can remain airborne for 10 minutes and fly up to 10 km away from the operator. The maximum flight speed is 157 km/h. It is equipped with a day and infrared camera as well as a GPS locator. The warhead it carries has the explosive equivalent of a 40 mm grenade. Communication with the operator is facilitated through a Digital Data Link (DDL) module. A single Switchblade 300 can be launched by one soldier. A multi-pack launcher (MPL) weighing 73 kg has been developed, containing 6 tubes for individual loitering munitions ready for use (the design allows for scaling from 2 to 20 tubes).

The second sub-version (Block 20) offers an extended flight time of up to 20 minutes and an improved DDL link range. It is equipped with a panoramic camera set, both day and infrared, providing real-time imagery. The weight of the munition has been increased to 3.6 kg. The drone can transmit intelligence information, such as the GPS coordinates of targets.

In addition to the USA, the United Kingdom and France have also decided to purchase the Switchblade 300. It has been sent to Ukraine as military aid, and recently, Taiwan and Australia received approval to purchase it. The estimated cost of a single drone is between 90,000 and 120,000 USD.

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