Heron Mark-2 drones The Government of India had inducted Heron Mark-2 drones in IAF for the purpose of surveillance along the borders with both China and Pakistan. These 4 drones equipped with long-range missiles and other weapons systems, have been deployed at a forward air base in the northern sector, where it is used for intelligence gathering, border patrol, and counter-insurgency operations.
Heron Mark-2 drones in IAF
All about Heron Mark-2
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PLANE NAME | Heron Mark-2 |
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UAV Model | Heron MK II |
Type | Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) UAV |
Engine | Rotax 916 iS |
Maximum Altitude | 35,000 feet |
Maximum Speed | 150 knots |
Endurance (Flight Time) | 45 consecutive hours |
Body Structure | Wider, stronger for easy maintenance |
Payloads | Various payloads like Sensors, Radars, etc. |
Special Configurations | ELINT, COMINT, ESM, Communication Relay, etc. |
Standoff Capability | Gather intelligence from distance, no crossing borders |
What is the range of the Heron Mark-2 drone?
The range of Heron Mark-2 is 250 km (160 mi) line-of-sight and 1,000 km (620 mi)
What is the cost of an IAI Heron drone?
India is going to pay $400 million for the drone.
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