Infrared dazzlers on Geran OWA-UAVs

Infrared dazzlers on Geran OWA-UAVs

Tuesday 6 January 2026

Tuesday 6 January 2026

Tuesday 6 January 2026

Some recently crashed Geran-2 and Geran-3 one-way attack UAVs have been modified with infrared (IR) lights on the wingtip fences.

  • Some recently crashed Geran-2 and Geran-3 one-way attack UAVs have been modified with infrared (IR) lights on the wingtip fences

  • These IR lights are believed to act as a countermeasure by dazzling IR-targeting missiles and interceptor UAVs

  • It is unclear whether they are permanently active, activated by an operator or illuminated by the UAV itself when engaged

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