Introduction
Drones are a big deal. I've heard firsthand that between 400,000 and 500,000 drones are active in the Ukraine war monthly.
Most of the kill videos you see on X are from an FPV (First-Person View) drone that transmits live video to a pilot's goggles, screen, or smartphone.
Ukrainian FPV drone kills an oblivious Russian soldier. pic.twitter.com/8I962mR2wO
— Clash Report (@clashreport) December 10, 2024
So what can you do about this? The first defense against drones is detecting one in your vicinity. You can do that by tracking the following frequencies: 900-915 MHz, 1.2GHz, 2.4GHz, and 5.8GHz. Almost 90% of the FPV setups run video on the 5.8GHz band.
Here, you see a Russian soldier's kit on display after he was killed in Syria. They are way ahead in product development of drone detection and deterrence. But look closely because this is what your future looks like.
Drone Detection Tools
Many different tools are being used to detect drones. For most of you, the TinySA Ultra ($160) is a cost-effective spectrum analyzer that both Ukrainian and Russian forces use in the war in Europe. Yes, there are other tools you can use, but most of you are looking for a budget-friendly starter tool in this space, and this is it.
Electronic Warfare Pouch
We are not prepared for drone-style warfare in America. How do I know this? All you have to do is scroll through social media and observe that the 2A community is obsessed with guns and kit.
The electronic warfare (EW) pouch is a small step in modifying your kit. The concept of an EW pouch is not novel; on the contrary, several EW pouches exist. But this pouch fits perfectly for the TinySA Ultra and its accessories.
My stance is this. From now on, your drone detection tools must be on your kit, or you can attach this pouch to your backpack. Think, primary is your rifle, and secondary is your drone detection tools.
Available in Three Colors
Available in three different colors:
- Mud (Not Coyote Tan)
- Woodland (Lighter)
- Green (Not Ranger green)
Product Video Demo
Watch this three-minute video explaining why I recommend buying an EW pouch for your TinySA Ultra.
Conclusion
I encourage you to take the first step and incorporate an EW pouch into your gear. Technology doesn't care about your opinions or biases. Drone detection and deterrence tools need to find a place in your kit.
Start small: Buy a TinySA Ultra, get a protective case for it, put it in an EW pouch, start using it in your training, and integrate modern tech into your thinking.
Stay well, brothers.
~ FA
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