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US Tests Ukrainian Counter-Drone Systems in Pentagon Program

US Tests Ukrainian Counter-Drone Systems in Pentagon Program

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ThreatCluster •October 11, 2026 at 03:36 UTC
  • •Phantom Defense's systems tested in US for counter-drone capabilities.
  • •Over 11,000 enemy drones detected in previous deployments.
  • •Successful trials led to invitations for further participation in US defense initiatives.

Ukrainian electronic warfare systems from Phantom Defense were tested in the US as part of the Pentagon's Drone Dominance program, specifically during the Gauntlet II phase. The tests took place at Fort Carson, Colorado, where Phantom Defense deployed a counter-UAV system that included the Specter PRO and Streamhunter technologies. These systems successfully detected and neutralized over 11,000 enemy drones in previous deployments, with more than 7,000 confirmed neutralizations. The integrated command and control system provided situational awareness and coordinated countermeasures. Following the successful trials, Phantom Defense was invited to participate in future events under the Drone Dominance initiative. The program has a budget of $1.1 billion and aims to enhance US drone capabilities.

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2026-10-08
Phantom Defense tests EW systems at Fort Carson
Ukrainian electronic warfare systems were tested as part of the Pentagon's Drone Dominance program, demonstrating effective counter-UAV capabilities.
Pravda.Ua
2026-10-10
US tests Ukrainian counter-drone technology
The US conducted trials of Phantom Defense's electronic warfare systems, confirming their effectiveness in neutralizing UAV threats.
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Common questions

What systems were tested?
The systems tested included Phantom Defense's Specter PRO and Streamhunter technologies, designed for countering UAV threats.
What was the outcome of the tests?
The tests confirmed the effectiveness of the systems in detecting and neutralizing enemy drones, leading to further collaboration with the US.
What is the Drone Dominance program?
The Drone Dominance program is a Pentagon initiative with a budget of $1.1 billion aimed at enhancing US drone capabilities through testing various technologies.