TNPSC Thervupettagam

Heron Mk II UAV

December 6 , 2025 16 hrs 0 min 17 0
  • The Indian armed forces signed with Israel for additional satellite-linked Heron Mk II UAVs under emergency procurement after Operation Sindoor.
  • Heron Mk II is a medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) developed by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI).
  • The UAV can fly up to 35,000 ft, has a top speed of 150 knots, and an operating range of over 1,000 km.
  • Heron Mk II carries electro-optical/infra-red (EO/IR) sensors, long-range radars, and ELINT/COMINT systems for intelligence gathering and target tracking.

 

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