Rheinmetall Unveils Skyspotter Airport Counter-Drone System
German defense giant Rheinmetall will showcase its Skyspotter counter-UAS system at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris (June 15–19). Designed to protect critical infrastructure such as airports, Skyspotter integrates multiple sensor technologies to deliver early warning, threat identification, and continuous tracking in sensitive airspace, serving both civil and military applications.
Highlights
- Rheinmetall will showcase the Skyspotter counter-UAS system at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris from June 15–19, 2026, at booths F115/F116.
- Skyspotter integrates multiple sensor technologies to detect, identify, and continuously track drone threats in sensitive airspace such as airports.
- The system delivers real-time situational awareness to support security personnel in responding to both accidental and intentional drone incidents.
- Drone disruptions at European airports are increasing, with authorities citing risks from both negligent recreational flyers and deliberate hybrid threats.
- Skyspotter extends Rheinmetall's counter-drone product portfolio to cover both civil critical infrastructure and military operational environments.
German defense major Rheinmetall will present its Skyspotter counter-UAS (unmanned aircraft system) solution at the Eurosatory 2026 defense exhibition in Paris, positioning the system as a dedicated tool for protecting critical infrastructure, including commercial airports.
Growing Drone Threat to European Airports
Drone-related disruptions at European airports have been increasing in frequency and severity. While some incidents stem from recreational operators flying irresponsibly, authorities are placing growing emphasis on the risks posed by deliberate sabotage and hybrid threats. Such events are difficult to predict and can cause severe operational disruptions as well as significant financial losses for airport operators.
Skyspotter: Technical Overview
Skyspotter has been developed specifically to provide early warning of airborne threats. The system integrates multiple sensor technologies to detect, identify, and continuously track potential aerial threats operating within sensitive airspace.
By delivering real-time situational awareness data, Skyspotter is designed to support security personnel in their decision-making and to enable flexible responses to potential threats in the vicinity of airports. The system broadens Rheinmetall's existing counter-drone portfolio, with applicability across both civil and military operational environments.
Exhibition Details
Rheinmetall will officially unveil Skyspotter at Eurosatory 2026, running from June 15 to 19, 2026, in Paris. Industry professionals can visit the company at booths F115 and F116.
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