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deployment2026-07-27 11:54 UTC🇬🇧 United Kingdom (British Army acquisition)
UK selects Tekever AR5 surveillance drones to replace Watchkeeper
The UK has selected Tekever AR5 surveillance drones as the successor to the Watchkeeper system. The acquisition plans delivery of up to 24 aircraft to the British Army by 2029.
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Type
deployment
Occurred
2026-07-27 11:54
Reported
2026-07-27
Location
United Kingdom (British Army acquisition)
Coordinates
54.7024, -3.2766
Confidence
78 / 100
DAMAGE ASSESSMENT
No damage; procurement/fielding decision for surveillance UAVs (up to 24 planned by 2029).
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