They did mention in the video how cheap their solution is, which is likely s huge bonus for a cash strapped Ukraine trying to make every buck count. AA missiles might raise the cost downed per-drone to the point that it’s less viable than their… Stick the AR-15 out the cockpit method
Utilizing existing frames/production lines with modifications could be done. It’s not unprecedented.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Air_Tractor_AT-802
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/L3Harris_OA-1K_Skyraider_II
Good point, that does seem like a viable option. Love the example you gave 😄
Hmmm… they installed AA missiles on this old crop duster.
https://theaviationist.com/2025/08/08/r-73-equipped-crop-duster-ukraine/
They did mention in the video how cheap their solution is, which is likely s huge bonus for a cash strapped Ukraine trying to make every buck count. AA missiles might raise the cost downed per-drone to the point that it’s less viable than their… Stick the AR-15 out the cockpit method