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Heron-I unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV)

Part of: Prelims and GS III – Defence and Security

Context The Army Aviation has recently got control of Heron-I unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) in the eastern sector.

This brings all aviation assets under one roof which will augment its ability to keep an eye on Chinese activities across the border.
In the future battlefield, manned and unmanned aircraft teaming will reap huge dividends.
The aviation Brigade at Missamari, Assam, operates the Cheetah and Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv utility helicopters, Rudra weaponsied ALH and Heron-I UAVs.

What are the possible benefits of this move?

Optimised employment of remotely piloted aircraft (RPAs)/UVAs
Upgradation of flight safety management and practices
Boost to training infrastructure
Better maintenance and serviceability by optimising the supply chain
Smoothening of the command and control process during operations.

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