India to Get Armed UAVs from Israel-TP Drones

NEW DELHI: India is all set to get Heron TP armed drone from Israel soon. Heron TP is the first missile armed drones that allows the military to take cross-border strikes with less risk.

The indian government approved the airforces request to collect 10 Heron TP drones from the Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) that can be fitted with weapons to engage targets on the ground. PM Modi will discuss with his counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu the common challenges like terrorism.Features of Heron TP drone

• All-weather capability


• Mission endurance above 30 hours.


• Altitude Up to 45,000 ft


• Maximum Take-off Weight


• Overall Length 14 m


• Engine 1,200 hp PT6 Turbo Prop


• Typical payload 1,000 kg


• Wingspan 26 m


• Compatible with NATO standards