Satellite photos show how quickly Russia can build new launch bases for its fastest attack drones
In just weeks, Russia turned an empty field into a sprawling base with eight launch bays for its attack drones, images show.
Satellite imagery reveals Russia's swift construction of a new launch base capable of producing its fastest attack drones, the Geran-5, in mere weeks. Located near the Millerovo air base in southwestern Russia, the site was previously empty as of October 27 but showed significant development by September 12 and September 21. By October 12, the base featured storage facilities, support buildings, and catapult launch rails required for the Geran-5, which boasts speeds up to 370 mph and resembles a cruise missile.
This rapid development suggests Russia's growing expertise in rapidly constructing drone launch facilities. The Millerovo site, situated approximately 14 miles from Ukraine's recognized border, could potentially launch up to 100 Geran-5 drones per day, according to DroneSec's analysis.
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