Ukrainian drone maker Wild Hornets, known for producing the Sting interceptor drone, reports adjusting its approach to attacking Russian Shahed drones. According to coverage of its development experience, the company finds that simply increasing interceptor speed does not always improve outcomes. Instead, Wild Hornets scaled back speed in favor of longer loiter time, aiming to better position the interceptor for engagement as threats approach. The change reflects a tradeoff between how quickly the interceptor can reach a target area and how long it can remain available to detect and respond to incoming Shaheds. Rather than prioritizing maximum velocity, the company emphasizes endurance in the interception phase, allowing for more time to locate targets and execute an attack window. The adjustment is presented as a practical lesson drawn from the field, highlighting how operational conditions influence drone performance and tactics. Both outlets frame the update as an engineering and operational recalibration by Wild Hornets while it continues efforts to improve interception effectiveness against ongoing Shahed strikes.