SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE) is actively exploring the possibility of offering its Archer Short Range Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (SRUAV) to fulfil the Indian Navy’s requirement for a Naval Aerial Robotic System (NARS). The NARS program seeks a modular UAV capable of operating from aircraft carriers, and the Indian Navy has tentatively expressed a need for 10 such systems.
The Archer SRUAV, renowned for its versatility and endurance, is being considered as a potential candidate. However, to adapt to the demanding career environment, significant modifications would be necessary. These include incorporating folding wings to optimize deck space and reinforcing the undercarriage to withstand the rigors of carrier landings.
If selected, the Archer SRUAV could provide the Indian Navy with a valuable asset for surveillance, reconnaissance, and target acquisition missions. Its integration into the NARS program would mark a significant step towards enhancing the Navy’s capabilities in the maritime domain.
ADE’s proposal is currently under evaluation by the Indian Navy, and the outcome of the selection process will be closely watched by the defence industry.
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