Unlike other solutions – Goshawk captures drones intact rather than destroying them.
By Hezy Laing
Robotican’s Goshawk drone interceptor system has emerged as one of the most innovative solutions to the growing global threat of hostile drones, combining autonomous interception with safe disposal.
Developed by Robotican Ltd., based in Yeruham, Israel, the Goshawk is designed to answer a pressing need: the ability to neutralize enemy drones without collateral damage.
Unlike conventional anti‑drone systems that rely on jamming or kinetic destruction, the Goshawk uses a specialized net effector to capture hostile UAVs mid‑flight and transport them to a designated safe zone.
This approach prevents debris from falling in populated areas and allows authorities to investigate captured drones.
The system has already proven itself in multiple demonstrations.
In June 2022, Robotican partnered with Matrix Ltd., the Yeruham municipality, and Ayalon Highways Ltd. under the auspices of the Israel Ministry of Transportation to conduct a live interception at the Snir National UAV Test Range.
The Goshawk successfully prevented a drone from “leaking” into civilian airspace, showcasing its ability to protect urban populations.
Robotican reports that the Goshawk has achieved nearly 700 successful drone captures worldwide, including demonstrations for the U.S. Department of Defense’s Irregular Warfare Technical Support Directorate (IWTSD).
This international exposure has made the system popular among defense agencies seeking non‑destructive counter‑UAS solutions.
In terms of cost, Robotican emphasizes that the Goshawk is far cheaper than missile‑based interceptors, which can cost tens of thousands of dollars per shot.
When compared to other solutions, such as laser interceptors like Israel’s Iron Beam or the UK’s DragonFire, the Goshawk offers a unique advantage: it captures drones intact rather than destroying them.
This makes it especially useful for law enforcement, border security, and civilian airspace protection, where forensic analysis of captured drones is critical.
Robotican continues to refine the Goshawk, now in its third generation, with autonomous launch‑to‑landing capability and 24/7 operational readiness.
Its popularity is growing worldwide as governments and militaries face increasing threats from drones used in warfare, smuggling, and terrorism.
The Robotican Goshawk answers the urgent need for safe, autonomous drone interception.
It is popular globally, with hundreds of successful captures, lower costs than missile systems, and unique advantages over laser interceptors.
