First Indigenous Bomber UAV Unveiled in Bengaluru

India recently unveiled the country's first indigenously developed bomber unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) FWD-200B. This aircraft shows the country's growing capabilities in the defence and aerospace sectors.

FWD-200B:

1. Indigenous Military Grade Bomber: The FWD-200B is a military-grade bomber UAV, showcasing India's ability to design and manufacture unmanned aircraft systems.
2. Made in India: This bomber UAV is entirely developed and produced by Flying Wedge Defense and Aerospace Technologies, an Indian defense and aerospace company, making it a symbol of self-reliance.
3. Impressive Payload Capacity: With a payload capacity of 100 kg, the FWD-200B falls into the category of MALE (medium-altitude, long-endurance) Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicles.
4. Advanced Armament Integration: The Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) is equipped with optical surveillance payloads and is integrated with missile-like weapons, enabling precision air strikes.
5. Speed, Endurance, and Range: The aircraft has a maximum speed of 370 kmph (200 knots), an impressive endurance capacity of 12 to 20 hours, and a ground control station range of 200 km.
6. Physical Specifications: Measuring 6 metres in length with an eight-meter wingspan, the FWD-200B has a maximum take-off weight of 498 kg and can operate at an altitude of 9,000 feet above mean sea level.

What are Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) ?

1. An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), also known as a drone, is an aircraft that operates without a human pilot or passengers on board.
2. UAVs can be fully or partially autonomous but are usually controlled remotely by a human pilot. They have gained significant attention for their potential applications in warfare, surveillance, and various civilian tasks.

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