MyDefence, a Danish firm known for its compact wearable drone detector “Wingman,” has announced the release of a new Wideband Antenna designed to expand signal detection capabilities into lower-frequency bands increasingly used in modern drone warfare.
The device is described as a compact, plug-and-play component intended for integration with both the Wingman sensor and the Android Tactical Assault Kit (ATAK), a software platform widely used by military and security forces.
According to MyDefence, the antenna specifically targets frequency ranges between 350–1300 MHz-bands that traditional counter-UAS systems often overlook and that are reportedly favored by adversaries for controlling FPV drones.
The launch comes amid growing concern about low-frequency drone operations in conflict zones such as Ukraine, where FPV drones have become a leading cause of battlefield casualties. A recent report by the UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission noted the increasing lethality of short-range drones in the region, reinforcing calls for improved detection technologies.
MyDefence CEO Dan Hermansen said the new antenna was designed in response to those evolving threats:
“The most fatal threats are often the hardest to see, and they now operate in parts of the spectrum most systems fail to detect,” he said. “Our new compact Wideband Antenna fills that gap.”
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Technical scope and integration
The antenna extends detection coverage across 350–1300 MHz, while also supporting traditional 2.4 GHz and now 5 GHz ranges. The integration with ATAK allows users to visualize real-time signal activity and geospatially map potential threats, potentially improving situational awareness in dynamic environments.
More than 2,000 Wingman units are reportedly in use in Ukraine, where MyDefence says they assist troops operating in drone-heavy areas. The new antenna is positioned as an upgrade for these users, offering increased spectrum visibility, particularly in low-band areas.
While the company emphasizes its product’s battlefield relevance, it also notes applications for border control, law enforcement and VIP protection. MyDefence says the antenna’s form factor and interoperability make it adaptable to a range of operational environments.
The company has also expanded production capacity, citing increased international interest in counter-drone technologies. MyDefence plans to roll out additional antenna models later in 2025.
