Interview released with RAF Programme Manager: Reaper and Protector

LONDON - Aug. 7, 2019 - PRLog -- SMi reports: Exclusive insights released from RAF Programme Manager: Reaper and Protector ahead of upcoming UAV Technology conference in London

As the development of new UAS technology continues to advance, and procurement and acquisition increase at a fast pace, SMi will host its fourth annual UAV Technology conference, taking place on the 30^th September – 1^st October 2019, in London, UK.

Ahead of the two-day conference, SMi Group caught up with Wing Commander Judith Graham, RAF Programme Manager: Reaper and Protector to discuss the upcoming event as well as the current developments and challenges within the UAV technology field.

View a snapshot below. Download the full interview in the download centre at www.uav-technology.org/prlog

SMi Group: It's well known that the RAF's incoming Protector unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are a big step forward for the UK's unmanned capability. What advantages does the Protector provide over the current Reaper?

Wing Commander Graham: "Protector will be certified for use in unsegregated airspace, meaning it can be used in the UK for training and for operational purposes such as supporting the civilian authorities, if required. It will incorporate enhanced sensor capabilities and include advanced detect-and-avoid technology. The Protector airframe also gives an advantage over MQ-9 Reaper as it has greater persistence with over 40 hours of endurance, and it can carry a greater payload when in its Armed ISTAR role."

Download full interview at www.uav-technology.org/prlog

As the Royal Air Force continue to advance their capabilities, delegates will get the chance to listen to Wing Commander Graham at the conference this September where she will present: Delivering Next Generation Unmanned Aerial Capabilities to the RAF for 21st Century Air Operations. Her presentation will cover Outlining the RAF's vision for future unmanned aerial capabilities; Protector - the next generation of unmanned asset for RAF ISR; Assessing lethality options for Protector for CAS and tactical strike capabilities; Future requirements for RAF RPAS.

For those interested in attending, registrations can be made on the event website at https://www.smi-online.co.uk/defence/uk/UAV-Technology-Eastern-Europe?utm_medium=www.uav-technology.org&utm_source=D-207&utm_campaign=prlog

UAV Technology 2019

30th September – 1st October

London, UK

Proudly sponsored by Black Diamond Advanced Technology, Enterprise Control Systems Ltd, Fizoptika, Leonardo, Mynaric AG, Scheibel, Teleplan Globe and Robin Radar Systems

For sponsorship enquiries, contact Justin Predescu on +44 (0) 207 827 6130 or jpredescu@smi-online.co.uk

For delegate enquiries, contact Alan Lam on +44 (0) 207 827 6112 or alam@smi-online.co.uk