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doctrine-change2026-10-17 22:03 UTC🇷🇺 Unspecified locations related to SVO (Russia–Ukraine war); installation via terminals in workshops (ТЭЧ/мастерские)

Russian channel promotes '1001' firmware enabling wider battlefield use of DJI Neo/Neo 2/Avata 2 drones

A Telegram post claims a custom '1001' firmware for DJI Neo, Neo 2 and Avata 2 will enable more widespread and effective use of small drones in the Russia–Ukraine war. It describes features such as anti-spoofing claims, higher-power multi-band radio use, removal of NFZ/altitude/range limits, and disabling Drone ID/log storage, with installation via specific workshops/terminals.

DETAILS
Type
doctrine-change
Occurred
2026-10-17 22:03
Reported
2026-10-17
Location
Unspecified locations related to SVO (Russia–Ukraine war); installation via terminals in workshops (ТЭЧ/мастерские)
Coordinates
64.6863, 97.7453
Confidence
72 / 100
DAMAGE ASSESSMENT

No strike or damage reported; post discusses firmware modifications and intended tactical employment of small drones.

SOURCES
Russian channel promotes '1001' firmware enabling wider battlefield use of DJI Neo/Neo 2/Avata 2 drones | AISAR