The Ukrainian military currently has more Switchblade 300 models than the 600s, but “this will soon change,” according to Charlie Dean, vice president of global business development and marketing at AeroVironment, the Switchblade manufacturer.
Dean added that the Switchblade 600 drones are extremely important for Ukraine's defense.
The United States has provided Ukraine with several types of UAVs as part of its military assistance, including the Switchblade and Phoenix Ghost. Switchblade drones, which were also used by U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan, have appeared in videos from Ukraine, but Washington has not revealed exactly how many were sent to Kyiv.
In response to Newsweek's inquiry, the Pentagon stated that it cannot provide any additional details regarding the specific quantities or types of weapons, systems, and equipment provided to Ukraine, apart from public announcements.
On July 19, the United States announced a military aid package for Ukraine, totaling $1.3 billion. The aid package included Phoenix Ghost and Switchblade UAVs, among other items.