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Flying Wedge Defence and Aerospace, the Bengaluru-based startup, has achieved a significant milestone in the development of its indigenous military-grade bomber UAV, the FWD-200B. The company has successfully completed both low and high-speed taxi trials of the aircraft at the DRDO Aeronautical Test Range in Chitradurga. This brings the UAV closer to its maiden flight, which is expected to take place soon.
Earlier this year, in March, the company unveiled a scaled mock-up of the FWD-200B, which drew attention for its peculiar round-shaped design fuselage and extremely small landing gears . However, this initial model was a cardboard mockup. The UAV is now in its physical form and has undergone ground testing to assess its performance and systems before taking to the skies.
According to the company, the FWD-200B boasts impressive specifications, including a maximum takeoff weight of 498 kilograms, a ground control station range of 200 kilometers, a maximum speed of 200 km/h (370 kmph), and an endurance of 12-20 hours.
While these developments are promising, the company still faces challenges in proving the viability of its unique aircraft design and demonstrating its capabilities in real-world flight conditions. The upcoming first flight will be a crucial test for the FWD-200B and its potential to become a significant player in the Indian UAV market.
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