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Unmanned Air Systems: Procurement

Asked by James CartlidgeConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 25 March 2025UIN 38648

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when MQ-9B protector will reach (a) initial and (b) full operating capability.

Answered by Maria Eagle

The Protector Programme expects to declare Initial Operating Capability this year. The projected date for Full Operating Capability is yet to be established.

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