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Unmanned Air Systems

Asked by Ben Obese-JectyConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 23 June 2026UIN 9868

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what progress he has made on Project Flytrap.

Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones

Project FLYTRAP continues to support the development of the Army’s counter-uncrewed aerial systems capabilities. The latest exercise under FLYTRAP in May 2026 successfully tested counter-drone capabilities and integration at scale. Analysis of the results is now underway to inform future equipment, training and tactical development.

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