Engineering:JEDI Shahed Hunter

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The JEDI Shahed Hunter is a Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicle system (UAS) designed for the interception of strike and reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicles. It was codified by the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine in 2026 for use by the Defense Forces of Ukraine.[1][2][3][4]

Design

JEDI Shahed Hunter is a Ukrainian multirotor unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) with vertical takeoff capability powered by electric motors. The system has a takeoff weight of approximately 4 kg and is equipped with both optical and thermal imaging sensors, allowing operation in various weather, environmental, and lighting conditions.[5] TThe platform utilizes an analog video transmission system compatible with both daylight and thermal imaging payloads. The interceptor is designed for the engagement of airborne threats, including strike and reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicles.[6] The system integrates radar-based target designation and is capable of automatically receiving target coordinates and guidance data from radar stations. Based on this information, the interceptor can be automatically guided into the target engagement area with minimal operator involvement.[7] JEDI Shahed Hunter incorporates an autonomous terminal guidance system for thermal imaging seekers, enabling the interceptor to lock onto and track aerial targets during the final phase of interception. The interceptor carries a warhead of approximately 500 g and is capable of reaching speeds exceeding 350 km/h.[8][9] It can operate at altitudes of up to 6 km and engage targets within an airspace radius of up to 40 km.[10][11][12][13]

The system supports remote operation via internet-based communication infrastructure, enabling control, telemetry exchange, and video transmission over long distances through networks such as Starlink and other IP-based communication channels. Two independent communication systems are supported:[14]

  • ELRS 2.4 GHz digital radio control link;
  • Ukrainian FHSS (Frequency-Hopping Spread Spectrum) communication system with enhanced resistance to electronic warfare and interference.

The system was developed specifically to counter strike UAVs such as Shahed, Geran, and Gerbera, as well as reconnaissance platforms including ZALA and Supercam.[15]

Development

JEDI was developed in Ukraine in 2025 by Neo Drones Tech, a company founded during the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

In March 2026, the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine codified and approved for operational use the JEDI Shahed Hunter unmanned aerial system intended to engage Shahed-, Geran-, and Gerbera-type strike drones, as well as intercept ZALA and Supercam reconnaissance UAVs.[16][17][18][19]

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Defence Forces of Ukraine receive new high-speed JEDI Shahed Hunter interceptor drones to counter Shahed-type threats" (in en). 2026-03-23. https://mod.gov.ua/en/news/defence-forces-of-ukraine-receive-new-high-speed-jedi-shahed-hunter-interceptor-drones-to-counter-shahed-type-threats. 
  2. ↑ Kitsoft. "Кабінет Міністрів України - Сили оборони отримали нові швидкісні дрони-перехоплювачі «шахедів» JEDI Shahed Hunter" (in uk). https://www.kmu.gov.ua/news/syly-oborony-otrymaly-novi-shvydkisni-drony-perekhopliuvachi-shakhediv-jedi-shahed-hunter. 
  3. ↑ "Сили оборони отримали швидкісні дрони JEDI для перехоплення Shahed" (in uk). https://militarnyi.com/uk/news/syly-oborony-otrymaly-shvydkisni-drony-jedi-dlya-perehoplennya-shahed/. 
  4. ↑ Gramegna, Adam (2026-04-15). "Ukraine's JEDI drone hunts Shaheds so your Patriot missiles don't have to" (in en-US). https://www.wearethemighty.com/tactical/jedi-drone-hunts-shahed/. 
  5. ↑ "Ukraine develops new unique drone interceptor: Details revealed" (in en). 2026-03-23. https://tsn.ua/en/ukrayina/ukraine-develops-new-unique-drone-interceptor-details-revealed-3046997.html. 
  6. ↑ Svitlyk, Yuri (2026-03-26). "Все про український “дрон-мисливець” JEDI Shahed Hunter" (in uk). https://aeronaut.media/uk/articles-ua/ua-jedi-shahed-hunter-drone-all-about/. 
  7. ↑ Censor.NET (2026-03-23). "Ukraine has codified JEDI Shahed Hunter—interceptor drones designed to defend its airspace | Censor.NET" (in en). https://censor.net/en/news/3606670/ukraine-has-codified-jedi-shahed-hunter-interceptor-drones-designed-to-defend-its-airspace. 
  8. ↑ Singsit, Jangoulun (2026-03-25). "Ukraine approves JEDI Shahed Hunter interceptor drone" (in en-US). Airforce Technology. https://www.airforce-technology.com/news/ukraine-jedi-shahed-hunter-interceptor/. 
  9. ↑ "Ukraine’s JEDI drone hunts Shaheds so your Patriot missiles don’t have to" (in en-US). 2026-04-15. https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/ukraine-jedi-drone-hunts-shaheds-150000009.html. 
  10. ↑ "Ukrainian Armed Forces to receive JEDI: New drone will hunt Shaheds" (in en). https://newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/ukrainian-armed-forces-to-receive-jedi-new-1774295113.html. 
  11. ↑ Kortas, Olivia (2026-03-20). "Abfangdrohnen: Das Öl der Ukraine" (in de-DE). Die Zeit. ISSN 0044-2070. https://www.zeit.de/2026/13/abfangdrohnen-ukraine-russland-shahed-waffen/komplettansicht. 
  12. ↑ "Ukraine approves JEDI Shahed Hunter interceptor drone with 40 km range — Defense Ministry" (in en). https://english.nv.ua/nation/ukraine-approves-jedi-shahed-hunter-drone-system-50594217.html. 
  13. ↑ Ruitenberg, Rudy (2026-04-01). "Ukraine claims near-90% air-defense success in March as attacks increase" (in en). https://www.militarytimes.com/global/europe/2026/04/01/ukraine-claims-near-90-air-defense-success-in-march-as-attacks-increase/. 
  14. ↑ "Ukrainian Armed Forces to receive JEDI: New drone will hunt Shaheds" (in en). https://newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/ukrainian-armed-forces-to-receive-jedi-new-1774295113.html. 
  15. ↑ "The JEDI Returns—This Time as a Ukraine-Made Drone Hunting Russian Shaheds" (in en). 2026-03-23. https://united24media.com/latest-news/the-jedi-returns-this-time-as-a-ukraine-made-drone-hunting-russian-shaheds-17163. 
  16. ↑ "Міноборони допустило до експлуатації український безпілотник-перехоплювач JEDI Shahed Hunter". LB.ua. https://lb.ua/tech/2026/03/23/728785_minoboroni_dopustilo.html. 
  17. ↑ Lerouvillois. "Ukraine Deploys JEDI Interceptor Drone to Destroy Russian Shahed Swarms in New Air Defense Layer" (in en-us). https://www.armyrecognition.com/news/aerospace-news/2026/ukraine-deploys-jedi-interceptor-drone-to-destroy-russian-shahed-swarms-in-new-air-defense-layer. 
  18. ↑ Алєксєєв, Віктор (2026-03-23). "Ukraine’s Defense Ministry approves JEDI Shahed Hunter interceptor drone for use | Ukraine Top News" (in en-GB). https://glavnoe.in.ua/en/news-en/ukraines-defense-ministry-approves-jedi-shahed-hunter-interceptor-drone-for-use. 
  19. ↑ Aeromorning (2026-03-27). "Ukraine Deploys New JEDI Shahed Hunter Interceptor Drone to Counter Russian UAV Threats" (in en-US). https://aeromorning.com/en/ukraine-deploys-new-jedi-shahed-hunter-interceptor-drone-to-counter-russian-uav-threats/. 

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