Blyskavka interceptor UAV

History

Blyskavka is a Ukrainian unmanned interceptor intended for counter-UAS operations. In August 2026, the Come Back Alive charitable foundation reported the transfer of Blyskavka drones to Ukrainian military units for combating hostile unmanned aircraft.

The 128th Mountain Assault Brigade received Blyskavka interceptor UAVs valued at 2.7 million Ukrainian hryvnias. A photograph dated 25 August 2026 showed a servicemember of the brigade with a Blyskavka interceptor.

The transfer formed part of the foundation's wider Dronefall initiative, which supplied Ukrainian units with equipment for countering enemy drones.

Design

Blyskavka is described as an interceptor UAV capable of reaching speeds of up to 300 km/h. The drone carries a 700 g warhead.

The reported operating distance is 30 to 50 km, while maximum flight time is stated as up to 50 minutes. The available source does not provide further details about the airframe, propulsion system, guidance method, launch equipment, communications system, or recovery method.

Program status

By 25 August 2026, physical Blyskavka interceptor UAVs had been delivered to the 128th Mountain Assault Brigade. The available information confirms their intended counter-UAS role but does not document specific combat interceptions or operational results.

Specifications (Blyskavka interceptor UAV)

General characteristics

• Warhead: 700 g

Performance

• Maximum speed: up to 300 km/h
• Operating distance: 30-50 km
• Flight time: up to 50 minutes