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Indigenous long-endurance platforms

VTOL & Fixed-Wing UAS

Long-endurance systems for ISR, GNSS-denied reconnaissance, and strategic coverage — built around the Agni-Aetos hybrid VTOL and Vayu-Daidalos fixed-wing platform.

10 hrs
VTOL endurance
24 hrs
Fixed-wing
GNSS-denied
Nav fallback
Agni-Aetos Hybrid VTOL Platform
VTOL UAS configuration
Vayu-Daidalos Fixed-Wing Platform
VTOL and fixed-wing fleet
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Navigation

GNSS-Denied Operations

Both platforms maintain mission continuity when satellite navigation is degraded or denied — with platform-specific fallback navigation and hardened datalinks.

  • Agni-Aetos (VTOL)

    INS with vision-based navigation for low-altitude continuity.

  • Vayu-Daidalos (Fixed-Wing)

    INS with terrain-referenced navigation for extended-range ops.

  • Shared resilience

    CRPA anti-jam, frequency hopping, and AES-256 encrypted LOS / BLOS / SATCOM.

GNSS-denied navigation environment
VTOL platform in contested airspace
Fixed-wing ISR operations
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Agni-Aetos — primary view
Agni-Aetos — VTOL configuration
Fleet overview with VTOL
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Hybrid VTOL

Agni-Aetos

The Agni-Aetos is engineered for frontline tactical deployment where infrastructure is absent and precision matters most. Combining electric multirotor VTOL lift with a fuel-efficient fixed-wing cruise stage, it delivers true battlefield flexibility — vertical launch from confined terrain, seamless fixed-wing transition for extended range, and rapid payload swapping for multi-role operations.

10 hrs

Endurance

250 km

Range (LOS)

20 kg

Payload

85 kg

MTOW

Technical specifications

Flight Performance

Platform TypeHybrid VTOL Fixed-Wing
Max Takeoff Weight85 kg
Wingspan4.3 m
EnduranceUp to 10 hrs
Operational Range250 km (LOS) · 500 km+ (SATCOM)
Cruise Speed90–120 km/h
Max Speed160 km/h
Service Ceiling5,000 m ASL
Climb Rate4 m/s (fixed-wing mode)
Wind Tolerance12–14 m/s (takeoff/cruise)

Systems & Avionics

Payload CapacityUp to 20 kg
Propulsion110–170 cc Petrol + Electric Hybrid
AirframeCarbon Fibre + Kevlar Composite
NavigationMulti-GNSS + INS + Optical Flow
GNSS-Denied OpsINS + Vision-Based Nav
CommunicationLOS / BLOS / SATCOM
Data Link EncryptionAES-256 Encrypted
Anti-JammingCRPA-based GNSS Anti-Jam
RedundancyTriple-Redundant Flight Computers
Op. Temp. Range−20°C to +50°C

Mission profiles

Tactical ISR & ISTAR
Border Surveillance
GNSS-Denied Reconnaissance
Forward Area Logistics
Maritime Coastal Patrol
Electronic Warfare Support
Communication Relay
Area Overwatch & Convoy Track

Payload configurations

EO/IR Stabilised GimbalThermal Imaging (LWIR)SAR Ground Mapping RadarSIGINT / ELINT ModuleLaser Range FinderAI Target Tracking SystemCOMINT Intercept ModuleCommunication Relay PayloadMaritime Surveillance RadarPrecision Drop Mechanism

Tactical advantages

01

Zero Infrastructure Deployment

VTOL launch from rooftops, forest clearings, and forward positions — no catapult or runway required. Full platform setup in under 10 minutes.

02

Hybrid Endurance Architecture

Petrol-electric hybrid propulsion delivers up to 10 hours flight time with 20 kg payload carried for over 8 hours of continuous operation.

03

Contested Environment Resilience

CRPA anti-jam architecture, AES-256 encrypted datalinks, and autonomous INS fallback navigation for GNSS-denied environments.

04

Rapid Multi-Role Transition

Tool-free modular payload bays enable field swaps between ISR, SIGINT, relay, and logistics roles in under 15 minutes.

05

AI-Assisted Autonomous Mission

Onboard AI for autonomous waypoint execution, terrain-following, real-time target classification, and automatic return-to-base.

06

Extreme Environment Durability

MIL-STD-810 rated hardware, carbon-fibre and Kevlar airframe, −20°C to +50°C operating range, IP54 protection, and dust-resistant motors.

Vayu-Daidalos — primary view
Strategic fixed-wing overview
Platform comparison view
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Fixed Wing

Vayu-Daidalos

The Vayu-Daidalos is a high-aerodynamic-efficiency fixed-wing platform built for long-range strategic operations where persistent presence and deep-area coverage define mission success. Optimised lift-to-drag ratio, SATCOM-enabled BLOS control, and a multi-sensor payload architecture deliver real-time battlefield intelligence across vast operational theatres — from high-altitude mountain terrain to maritime surveillance zones.

24 hrs

Endurance

1,200 km+

Range (SATCOM)

35 kg

Payload

7,000 m

Ceiling

Technical specifications

Flight Performance

Platform TypeTactical Fixed-Wing UAS
Max Takeoff Weight120 kg
Wingspan5.8 m
EnduranceUp to 24 hrs
Operational Range150 km (LOS) · 1,200 km+ (SATCOM)
Cruise Speed120–180 km/h
Max Speed250 km/h
Service Ceiling7,000 m ASL
Launch MethodCatapult / Short Runway / Air Launch
Recovery MethodRunway / Parachute / Belly Landing

Systems & Avionics

Payload CapacityUp to 35 kg
PropulsionHeavy-Fuel Piston Engine (EFI)
AirframeFull Carbon Fibre Composite
NavigationMulti-Constellation GNSS + INS
GNSS-Denied OpsINS + Terrain-Referenced Nav
CommunicationLOS / BLOS / SATCOM (Ku/Ka-Band)
Data Link EncryptionAES-256 End-to-End
Anti-JammingFrequency Hopping + CRPA
RedundancyMulti-Layer Flight Redundancy
Ground ControlMobile GCS + Remote Handoff

Mission profiles

Long-Range Strategic ISR
Persistent Area Overwatch
Target Acquisition & BDA
Artillery Fire Correction
Maritime & Coastal Recon
SIGINT / ELINT Gathering
BLOS SATCOM Operations
Deep Penetration Reconnaissance

Payload configurations

High-Resolution EO/IR TurretThermal Reconnaissance (MWIR/LWIR)SAR & Ground Mapping RadarSIGINT / COMINT SystemsLaser Range Finder & DesignatorMaritime AIS TrackingAI Target Recognition ModuleLong-Range Optical Zoom (240×)ELINT Collection SuiteBattlefield Relay Node

Tactical advantages

01

Strategic-Depth Endurance

Up to 24 hours of uninterrupted flight enables round-the-clock surveillance of large operational zones, persistent convoy escort, and day-long border monitoring without asset rotation.

02

Beyond-Line-of-Sight Dominance

Ku/Ka-Band SATCOM architecture enables real-time mission control and live ISR feed transmission from over 1,200 km away, supporting deep strike coordination and strategic intelligence.

03

High-Altitude Surveillance

7,000 m service ceiling enables operations above man-portable air defence envelopes and adverse weather layers, providing stand-off reconnaissance over mountain and high-altitude battlefields.

04

Optimised Aerodynamic Efficiency

Full carbon-fibre composite airframe with low-drag wing geometry achieves a high lift-to-drag ratio, maximising fuel efficiency at cruise altitude for extended loiter and range capability.

05

EW-Resilient Architecture

Frequency-hopping encrypted datalinks, CRPA anti-jam GNSS, terrain-referenced autonomous navigation fallback, and multi-layer redundant flight systems ensure mission continuity under electronic attack.

06

Rapid Field Deployment

Modular removable wing panels and tool-free fuselage assembly enable full platform setup and pre-flight check in under 30 minutes by a two-person crew, without specialist hangar facilities.

Configure your mission platform

From hybrid VTOL frontline deployment to 24-hour strategic fixed-wing ISR — contact our team for payload integration and fleet procurement.