UK throwing good money after bad in Watchkeeper drone retention
Source: Army Technology
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Report Content
The cost to maintain the British Army's Watchkeeper fleet will be nearly 75% the value of the budget assigned for its replacement.
Classification
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category
Logistics
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
The British Army is maintaining its Watchkeeper drone fleet despite high costs.
Location
Unit
British Army
Time
Current
Equipment
Watchkeeper drones
Summary
The British Army continues to maintain its Watchkeeper drone fleet, with maintenance costs approaching 75% of the budget allocated for its replacement. This decision reflects ongoing financial concerns regarding military equipment retention.
Key Facts
- The cost to maintain the Watchkeeper fleet is nearly 75% of the budget for its replacement.
- The British Army is continuing to operate the Watchkeeper drones despite high maintenance costs.
- The report highlights financial concerns regarding military equipment retention.