South Korean Military to Boost Drone Capabilities with New Acquisition Initiative

Published on June 5, 2024

Accesswe's Neptune V270, supplied to the Army and Marine Corps, is a fixed-wing drone capable of vertical takeoff and landing.

The South Korean military is ramping up its drone capabilities with a new acquisition project aimed at bolstering its reconnaissance operations.

The Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) announced, on April 28, a bid for a small reconnaissance drone acquisition project, with a budget of 29 billion won and a project timeline extending until the end of this year. A project briefing is scheduled for June 5.

The military's focus is on fixed-wing reconnaissance drones, which are known for their higher speeds and longer flight times compared to rotary-wing drones. These drones are also quieter, making them more suitable for reconnaissance missions. The project aims to supply around 30 long-range drones to support the recently established Drone Operations Command.

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