Shield AI has flown over 130 V-BAT drone sorties in Ukraine, bolstering frontline readiness in partnership with the Uncrewed Systems Forces. The missions took place under intense electronic warfare conditions and supported both operational and training efforts. Managing director James Lythgoe highlighted the strategic value of Shield AI’s battlefield presence. He noted V-BAT’s unique ability to endure GPS and communications jamming using the Hivemind autonomy stack. The company reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Ukraine’s defense capabilities.
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