RAF tests new drones in the skies over Lincolnshire
Controlled remotely from RAF Waddington, the Protector is being tested over a large part of the county, including the Wolds, Louth, Market Rasen, Wragby, Horncastle and Woodhall Spa.
A routine temporary danger area (TDA) was activated on 17 February and will remain in place until 6 August to allow the testing.
The RAF said the UK had invested in 16 new surveillance drones for the UK, based at Waddington, which will be capable of operating in both UK and European airspace.
The Protector will be tasked with tracking threats, counter-terrorism and supporting the coastguard on search and rescue missions.
The building and initial testing of the aircraft was completed by engineers from 31 Squadron, and the test and evaluation programme is being led by 56 Squadron.
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