The war in Ukraine has challenged many assumptions previously held about near-peer competition, one of them being the use and effectiveness of UAS on the battlefield in a near-peer situation. In this unique interview, an undisclosed Ukrainian Airforce representative discusses and analyses the usage of UAS and C-UAS on the contemporary battlefield by both sides, painting a picture of the current state of play. This piece is a must-read for anyone with even a passing interest in full spectrum air defence as it will inform how best to approach future conflict.