Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

Vayu Baan is India’s first helicopter-dropped unmanned aerial system project initiated by the Indian Air Force to enhance combat capabilities. Designed as an air-launched drone, it can be deployed from helicopters to perform both reconnaissance and precision strike missions. The system is capable of autonomous navigation, real-time video transmission, and operating in GPS-denied environments. With a stand-off range of over 50 km and an endurance of around 30 minutes, it significantly improves operational safety by allowing aircrew to stay out of high-threat zones while maintaining offensive reach.