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Royal Navy Conducts First Strike Drone Launch From HMS Queen Elizabeth Aircraft Carrier
The Royal Navy has conducted the first-ever launch of strike drones from the aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth during trials in the North Atlantic. British-made Nyan Maritime one-way drones were deployed from the carrier's flight deck, demonstrating potential integration with F-35B stealth jets. These trials are part of the Navy's 'hybrid carrier air wing' strategy, aiming to enhance the carrier's reach, lethality, and flexibility by combining crewed and uncrewed systems.
Why it matters
This initiative aims to increase carrier reach, lethality, and flexibility while enhancing personnel safety.
Source: Naval News — read the original
Source published 6 Nov 2026, 16:37 UTC