Read about C-UAS for SOF, the importance of wide RF-Cyber C-UAS coverage for rapidly changing UAS frequency
bands, and Papal event airspace security — in our May newsletter.
Selected news, content, incidents, and information about C-UAS and the counter-drone world, from a D-Fend perspective, based on our vision of enabling a flourishing and secure drone-powered society by safely defending against rogue drone threats.
What if your drone defense could outsmart the threat without a single shot fired? RF-cyber C-UAS tech, like D-Fend Solutions’ EnforceAir, lets SOF quietly take over enemy drones without jamming or explosions. It supports the DoD’s five-pillar plan by protecting missions, gathering intel, and scaling fast.
In the case of the Vatican, papal security relies on more sophisticated portable systems, such as the C-UAS Enforce Air 2, developed by the Israeli firm D-Fend Solutions. This backpack-sized device offers 360-degree coverage and is capable of protecting entire air corridors. It was acquired by the Air Force in 2024, and its deployment has been key in the Pope’s public appearances.
The Pope’s security team has already used an anti-drone system (not a rifle) in his public appearances. It’s the C-UAS Enforce Air 2, manufactured by the Israeli company D-Fend Solutions. This device is portable, foldable, and can be carried in a backpack.
The Spanish Air Force acquired the Enforce Air 2 C-UAS system, manufactured by the Israeli company D-Fend Solutions. This device is portable, foldable, and can be carried in a backpack, making it easy to use in tactical operations. Its design allows the detection and neutralization of hostile drones without interfering with other unmanned aerial systems operating in the same space.
Both commercial and custom-made UAS operate across various, changing, and sometimes multiple, radio frequencies (RF). This poses challenges for systems designed to detect and neutralize unauthorized drone activity. The ability to identify drones in a wide, and ever-changing, range of RF bands has become a critical aspect of maintaining security and safety.
This article delves into the evolving frequencies used by drones globally and the necessity for RF-cyber C-UAS systems to readily support these frequencies.
As unauthorized drone activity escalates across the UK—disrupting airports, breaching military zones, and enabling contraband deliveries into prisons—the need for advanced counter-drone solutions has never been more urgent.
In direct response to these rising threats, D-Fend Solutions, a global leader in RF-based counter-drone technology, has launched D-Fend Solutions AD UK Ltd. and opened a new office in London, strengthening its commitment to UK airspace security.
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drone mitigation.
As the Global Services Engineer for D-Fend Solutions in the United Kingdom, Myles Gabriel stands ready to help the company with its global expansion.
Myles is a skilled avionic engineer focused on UAVs, with recent experience as a Watchkeeper field service representative (FSR). He has a background in aerospace engineering and hands-on expertise in aircraft maintenance and modifications, with extensive experience in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and avionics.
Proficient in providing technical support, maintenance, and training for state-of-the-art UAS operating in diverse operational environments, he is now applying his expertise to the world of counter-drone solutions.
“In my new role at D-Fend, I plan to bring innovative solutions and technical expertise to the company to support rapid growth and to strengthen customer engagement and ensure successful deployments.”
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