Ukrainian SkyFall unveils P1-SUN JetKiller interceptor for jet-powered Shahed drones – photos, video

Yevheniia Hubina — 21 July, 15:55
Ukrainian SkyFall unveils P1-SUN JetKiller interceptor for jet-powered Shahed drones – photos, video
Photo: SkyFall

Ukrainian company SkyFall has unveiled the P1-SUN JetKiller interceptor designed to destroy Russian jet-powered attack drones. The system was presented at the Farnborough International Airshow.

Source: SkyFall

Quote from SkyFall: "The interceptor reaches speeds of up to 370 km/h, has a range of up to 30 kilometres, operates at altitudes of up to 9,000 metres, stays airborne for up to 15 minutes, and carries a 500 gram warhead. During straight-line flight, its systems do not overheat in any operating mode."

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Details: The P1-SUN JetKiller is available in several configurations, including daytime or nighttime analog or digital cameras, as well as an AI module for automatic target detection and tracking.

"The AI-based terminal guidance system, developed by SkyFall's R&D team, enables the interceptor to detect and lock onto enemy targets faster than the human eye at distances of up to 1 kilometre. The AI module handles detection, tracking and target retention, allowing the operator to act faster and more accurately in complex combat conditions," the company explained.

Photo: SkyFall
Photo: SkyFall

SkyFall also noted that integration with its remote control system allows the interceptor to be operated from anywhere in the world.

Photo: SkyFall

The manufacturer added that the P1-SUN JetKiller is part of SkyFall's strategic effort to develop fully autonomous next-generation unmanned systems. The company is building a unified ecosystem in which its drones will be able to exchange data, independently detect, identify and engage targets.

The P1-SUN JetKiller is currently completing combat trials and, according to the manufacturer, has already successfully intercepted jet-powered Shahed drones.

Video: SkyFall

"Meanwhile, the SkyFall Academy has already begun training pilots for the new high-speed interceptor. Serial production is scheduled to begin in August 2026. SkyFall's planned manufacturing capacity is up to 50,000 interceptors per month," SkyFall emphasised.

Background:

  • In June, SkyFall presented the P1-SUN Long at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris – a version of the interceptor drone with an integrated AI module for autonomous target detection and engagement.
  • Earlier this summer, it was reported that Ukrainian forces had shot down more than 3,500 Russian Shahed-type UAVs over six months using P1-SUN interceptor drones.

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