“Taiwan and the US have agreed to jointly produce the National Chungshan Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST)-developed Chien Feng I (勁蜂一型, Mighty Hornet I) drone, a high-level government official familiar with the matter said.”
“The Mighty Hornet I, which is in service with the Marine Corps, has passed live-fire tests, including being launched from fast-moving surface ships, the source said, speaking on condition of anonymity.”
“Under the collaboration — which must still undergo a national security review and receive budget approval from the legislature — Taiwan and the US would jointly produce the attack drone, while the US would act as the representative for overseas sales, the source said.”
“The Mighty Hornet I can be launched from attack boats, uncrewed surface vehicles and ground-based vehicles, as well as from the institute-developed Albatross II (銳鳶二型) uncrewed aerial vehicle.”
“The Mighty Hornet I’s tactical utility and strategic flexibility make it an attractive system for militaries, the source said, adding that Taiwan aims to sell 500 to 1,000 drones, or about 10 to 50 systems.”
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