Close Menu
    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
    • About Us
    • Contact Us
    • Disclaimer
    • Privacy Policy
    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
    FlickonclickFlickonclick
    • Home
    • Entertainment
      • Biography Corner
      • Photos
    • Lifestyle
    • News
      • Finance
      • Fitness
      • Technology
    • Cricket
    • Advertise with Us
    FlickonclickFlickonclick
    Home » News » India’s first indigenous combat unmanned aircraft FWD 200B takes flight- Everything you need to know
    News

    India’s first indigenous combat unmanned aircraft FWD 200B takes flight- Everything you need to know

    By Virat VermaSeptember 5, 2024
    Facebook Twitter WhatsApp Email Reddit
    India's first indigenous combat unmanned aircraft FWD 200B takes flight- Everything you need to know

    India has achieved a historic milestone in its defence capabilities with the successful launch of its first indigenously developed combat unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), the FWD 200B, by Flying Wedge Defence and Aerospace (FWDA). This breakthrough elevates India to the ranks of nations possessing advanced unmanned combat aircraft, marking a new chapter in the country’s defence self-reliance.

    Success for Indian Defence After Previous Hurdles

    The FWD 200B, classified as a Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV), represents a significant leap forward for India’s defence technology. Its successful debut follows setbacks with international suppliers, including Turkey’s refusal to sell the Bayraktar UAV and delays in India’s acquisition of the US Predator drones. The FWD 200B, costing a fraction of what imported US drones would, is poised to strengthen India’s position in unmanned warfare.

    Suhas Tejaskanda, Founder and CEO of FWDA, expressed his pride in the achievement, stating, “As the world’s largest arms importer over the past five years, India has often paid exorbitant prices for foreign military technology. The successful flight of the FWD 200B is not just a victory for FWDA but a triumph for the nation.”

    Key Features of the FWD 200B

    The FWD 200B’s specifications stand out for a UAV of its size. It has a wingspan of 5 metres (16.4 feet), a length of 3.5 metres (12.1 feet), and a maximum take-off weight (MTOW) of 102 kg, with the ability to carry a payload of 30 kg. It operates at a cruising altitude of 12,000 feet and can reach up to 15,000 feet, with a cruising speed of 152 km per hour and a top speed of 250 km per hour. Its endurance is 7 hours, and it boasts a range of 800 km.

    Also read: Vistara to Cease Bookings: What Passengers Need to Know About Loyalty Points, Final Flights, and More

    The FWD 200B can also take off from runways as short as 300 metres, adding to its operational flexibility. Equipped with optical surveillance payloads and advanced weaponry for bombing missions, the FWD 200B serves not only as a surveillance tool but as a potent combat asset for air strikes and other military operations.

    India
    Previous ArticleSpeed Generation: Techniques for Maintaining Movement in Smaller Waves
    Next Article 5 Things to Do Before Sleeping Every Night

    Related Posts

    Banke Bihari Corridor: 5.5-Acre Project to Boost Facilities, Affected Families to Get Compensation

    June 16, 2025 News

    Air India Plane Crash: Cockpit Voice Recorder Found, Will Help Identify Possible Causes

    June 16, 2025 News

    Railways Change 3 Major Ticket Booking Rules at Once! Know Them or You May Miss Your Train Journey

    June 16, 2025 News

    What’s the One Test That Uncovers High Cholesterol and Reveals Your Heart Health?

    June 16, 2025 News

    SEAT 11A: Two Separate Plane Crashes, Same Seat Number, and the Miraculous Survival of Two Passengers

    June 15, 2025 News

    Ahmedabad Plane Crash: Order Placed for 170 Coffins as Death Toll Reaches 275; 248 DNA Samples Collected, 19 Bodies Identified

    June 15, 2025 News

    Air India Plane Crash: Cockpit Voice Recorder Found, Will Help Identify Possible Causes

    June 16, 2025

    Railways Change 3 Major Ticket Booking Rules at Once! Know Them or You May Miss Your Train Journey

    June 16, 2025

    What’s the One Test That Uncovers High Cholesterol and Reveals Your Heart Health?

    June 16, 2025

    SEAT 11A: Two Separate Plane Crashes, Same Seat Number, and the Miraculous Survival of Two Passengers

    June 15, 2025
    About Flickonclick

    Flickonclick brings you the latest updates across entertainment, lifestyle, tech, and more. Stay informed with trending news and stories that matter.

    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
    Recently Updated

    Banke Bihari Corridor: 5.5-Acre Project to Boost Facilities, Affected Families to Get Compensation

    By Virat VermaJune 16, 2025

    Air India Plane Crash: Cockpit Voice Recorder Found, Will Help Identify Possible Causes

    June 16, 2025

    Railways Change 3 Major Ticket Booking Rules at Once! Know Them or You May Miss Your Train Journey

    June 16, 2025

    What’s the One Test That Uncovers High Cholesterol and Reveals Your Heart Health?

    June 16, 2025
    Important Links
    • Privacy Policy
    • Advertise with Us
    • Disclaimer
    • About Us
    • Contact Us
    • Write for Us
    • Home
    © 2025 Flickonclick

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.