British Army Expands Drone Training to Over 120 Units
The British Army has over 120 units training to operate uncrewed air systems, expanding its use of drones and autonomous technologies. Defence Minister Al Carns stated that training pathways for small Uncrewed Air Systems (sUAS) are rapidly growing, informed by lessons from modern conflicts, particularly Ukraine. Centralised training delivered by the Army's Land Warfare Centre is developing, with 65 courses planned for Training Year 2026-27. Additionally, 283 distributed courses have been scheduled for the current training year, with expectations for growth.

The British Army is training over 120 units in the operation of uncrewed air systems, expanding its drone and autonomous technology capabilities. Defence Minister Al Carns highlighted that training for small Uncrewed Air Systems (sUAS) is rapidly evolving, drawing insights from recent conflicts, notably in Ukraine.
Centralised training at the Land Warfare Centre is in development, with 65 courses scheduled for Training Year 2026-27, subject to future demand. Concurrently, 283 distributed courses are planned for the current training year, with an anticipated increase in course availability.




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