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Initial Domestic UAV Seen Ready For Testing In 2014

April 23 2012

Russia

The Russian military plans flight tests of the first domestically manufactured unmanned combat air vehicle in 2014, reports RIA Novosti.

The Defense Ministry issued technical specifications for the drone earlier this month. The aircraft is expected to have a modular structure and be able to carry a range of payloads, including sensors and weapons.

The Tranzas company will supply onboard electronics as well as navigation and control systems. The airframe, which is expected to...

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