The Starliner is an enlarged version of the Hermes 900 and is equipped to fly on civilian flight routes, unlike most manned aircraft, enabling it to operate in normal airspace.
“This designation validates that JUMP 20 meets the standards of a modern European military and underscores the system’s ability to deliver actionable intelligence and persistent overwatch in highly contested environments”
Announcements align with the UK’s Defence Investment Plan commitment to advanced unmanned systems and a stronger UK drone industry
Implementation is based on the complete system demonstrator, which was tested at sea under operational conditions for an entire year. Proven effectiveness against airborne, maritime and land-based targets, even in adverse weather conditions
Controlled tests measured electro-optical sensor saturation and visual-acquisition denial across two UAV platforms