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Having successfully developed and successfully fired a Lightweight Multi-Role Missile (LMM) from the Jackal drone, Flyby Technology and Thales see the system as offering a cross-domain capability for the UK and others.
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Jackal could provide same effect as fighter jets or helicopters at a fraction of the cost
A new versatile drone system capable of multiple types of combat mission over land, sea and air has completed a highly successful first trial firing of a Thales Lightweight Multirole Missile (LMM) to bring the potential of unmanned air combat a step closer to reality.
With the completion of the trial, the JACKAL drone has taken a step towards being able to carry out complex, crewless air combat missions.