The joint DDS/Dino/Starbot UCV space fighter, the Ferret-E is nearing completion with the latest pre-production milestone about to enter testing. Ferret-X M05 is expected to be the last pre-production prototype and it's configuration is more of less the same as production Ferret-Es are expected to be. Both the Dinos and DDS are building an M05, the Dino example was the first to be completed and will enter extensive trials next week. The DDS example is expected in early December.
Meanwhile the DDS produced M04 has completed it's trials with SS Missileer and it is thought was also used as part of SS Panther's combat trials. Overall the trials were a success though there were some stability and control issues which it is hoped M05 will solve.
Meanwhile the DDS and Dinos have begun feasibility studies on a larger reconnaissance UCV. The superluminal capable drone would be used for ultra-long range reconnaissance and sigint duties.
