KYIV, Ukraine , July 2, 2026 — Ukrainian defense technology company Phantom Defense has unveiled an integrated counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) ecosystem at the Brave1 Advantage defense technology event, combining electronic warfare systems, interceptor drones, detection sensors, and centralized command-and-control (C2) software into a single operational network.
Rather than offering standalone products, the company presented a "Detect-to-Defeat" architecture designed to detect, track, identify, and neutralize a wide range of aerial threats. Phantom Defense previously showcased the concept during the Eurosatory 2026 exhibition in Paris.
Centralized Command and Control
At the center of the ecosystem is a centralized C2 platform that integrates data from radars, radio-electronic intelligence sensors, and video interceptors to generate a unified operational picture.
The software automatically identifies targets, provides real-time engagement recommendations to operators, and records the results of each engagement for operational analysis.
Electronic Warfare Systems
The company introduced several electronic warfare solutions under its Specter family.
The Specter L, XL, and A variants are designed to protect both stationary and mobile assets while providing 360-degree coverage. Depending on the configuration, they operate across the 300–900 MHz frequency range and support active jamming at 1.4 GHz, 2.4 GHz, and 5.8 GHz.
Specter Pro provides omnidirectional narrowband signal suppression across frequencies from 250 MHz to 6 GHz.
Complementing the system is Vector Pro, a directional jammer covering the same 250 MHz to 6 GHz frequency range for targeted electronic suppression.
Interceptor Drones
Phantom Defense also presented several kinetic interception systems.
The Balaban fixed-wing interceptor drone has an endurance of up to 2.5 hours, a top speed of 260 km/h, and a payload capacity of 1.2 kg.
The Blade Interceptor multirotor drone is designed to counter Shahed-type attack drones, offering a top speed of 310 km/h, an operational range of 15 km, and a 0.5 kg payload.
The company also showcased the Karakurt net-launching module, which can be integrated with various drone platforms to disable aerial targets by deploying nets.
Detection Systems
Phantom Defense introduced several detection and tracking systems integrated with the C2 platform.
The Streamhunter video interceptor is currently available and detects signals at ranges of up to 30 km across frequencies from 800 MHz to 8 GHz. It can simultaneously receive five channels with a detection time of less than one second.
The Skydarix all-round radar, scheduled for release in the fourth quarter of 2026, can detect aircraft-type drones at up to 20 km and FPV drones at up to 5 km while supporting ASTERIX protocol integration.
The Radiotrex direction finder, expected in the second quarter of 2027, offers a detection range of 30 km, operates from 300 MHz to 8 GHz, provides directional accuracy of up to 3 degrees, and features a bandwidth of 250 MHz.
Combat Performance
According to Phantom Defense, the ecosystem has been tested under operational conditions in Ukraine as part of a project protecting urban infrastructure in one regional center. The company said the deployment provided more than 90% of a dome protection system covering an area exceeding 100 square kilometers.
Between June 1, 2025, and June 24, 2026, the system reportedly detected 10,821 hostile drones and actively suppressed 7,397 of them.
"There is no single answer for all types of threats from drones; each type of UAV requires a special approach," a Phantom Defense representative said. "That is why we do not sell individual devices—we offer an ecosystem of solutions that have already proven their effectiveness in combat conditions."
Production Capacity
Phantom Defense employs more than 600 personnel and reports a daily production capacity exceeding 100 interceptor drones and 200 electronic warfare units to support ongoing operational requirements.
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