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A massive drone swarm is set to take flight over RAF Cranwell in Lincolnshire today.A massive drone swarm is set to take flight over RAF Cranwell in Lincolnshire today.
Aviation authorities have issued a Notice to Aviation (NOTAM) to alert pilots and airspace users about the operation, which will run from midday to 11 PM.
The warning, referenced as H7906/24, outlines that 140 drones will be flying within a tight 0.2 nautical mile radius near RAF Cranwell. The drones will operate at a maximum height of 400 feet above ground, with the overall airspace limit reaching 700 feet above sea level.
It’s a big deal—this is one of the largest swarm operations we’ve seen in the UK.
The exact purpose of the exercise remains under wraps, but it’s clear this is part of cutting-edge testing.
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looks like the source posted a clarification UK Defence Journal
there's some talk about it being a display for a graduation ceremony - RAF Cranwell is an air academy