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IAF Tests Long-Range Attack Drone Prototype at Pokhran Range

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 1
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IG Defence completed a flight test of its KAL long-range one-way attack drone at the Pokhran field firing range in Rajasthan. The company stated the trial involved launching the drone from a vehicle-mounted platform, testing the integration of its airframe, propulsion, avionics, navigation, and mission systems. KAL is designed for one-way missions against designated targets, with specifications including a range of up to 1,000 kilometres, endurance of 7–8 hours, and a payload capacity of up to 50 kg.

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The successful trial contributes to the development of indigenous long-range attack systems in India. The drone utilizes a combination of multi-band global navigation satellite system signals and an inertial navigation system for autonomous flight.

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  • Indian Air ForceThe Indian Air Force is the operational context for the testing of indigenous defense prototypes.

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