What is the new software integrated into Supercam drones for?

The software transmits drone data and location to a unified oversight system, enables airspace permit acquisition, compiles aircraft statistics, and allows real-time flight monitoring.

When does the Russian government requirement for drone remote identification take effect?

The government's Executive Order No. 1701, mandating remote identification tools for all UAVs, takes effect on March 1, 2026.

Why is the new drone identification software preferred over onboard beacons?

The software approach avoids increasing drone costs, design modifications, additional battery drain, and the vulnerabilities to spoofing and electronic warfare associated with onboard beacons.

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Russia Mandates Real-Time Drone Identification

4 Feb

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Summary

New software transmits drone data to a unified oversight system.
Operators can now get airspace permits and monitor flights instantly.
This fulfills a government requirement taking effect March 1, 2026.

Russia Mandates Real-Time Drone Identification

As of February 4, 2026, Supercam-series drones in Russia are being integrated with new software that transmits essential flight data to a unified oversight system. This technology, embedded within the drone's control program and installed at ground stations, significantly enhances flight safety by providing real-time monitoring and automating the airspace permit process.

The software allows operators to obtain flight permissions promptly and compile statistics, functioning similarly to air traffic monitoring services. This digital solution eliminates the need for paper forms, streamlining operations for drone owners and operators.

This upgrade is in response to Russian government Executive Order No. 1701, effective March 1, 2026. The order mandates that all unmanned aerial vehicles must possess remote identification tools to transmit their location and identification details to regulatory monitoring systems. The Unmanned Systems Group emphasizes that this approach is superior to onboard beacons, which can increase costs and vulnerability.