Rafael Successfully Completes Testing of Spyder Air Defense System

On July 30, 2026, Rafael announced the successful completion of live-fire trials for its upgraded Spyder air defense system. During the testing, I-Derby ER and I-Derby LR interceptors engaged multiple simulated aerial threats, including low-radar-signature drones, demonstrating the system's expanded capabilities.

Spyder is a short- to medium-range mobile air defense system built around Python and I-Derby missiles, designed to counter threats such as aircraft, helicopters, and unmanned aerial vehicles