NIBE Limited Successfully Completes Technical Trials of Vayu Astra-1 Loitering Munition
NIBE Limited, a prominent Indian defense technology company, has announced the successful completion of technical trials for its Vayu Astra-1 Loitering Munition. The trials were conducted at various locations, demonstrating the munition’s capabilities across anti-personal, anti-armor, and endurance flight domains.During testing at the Pokhran Range in Rajasthan, the Vayu Astra-1 Loitering Munition successfully completed its first technical trial using a 10 kg warhead. The munition was recorded striking a target 100 km away in a single attempt, maintaining a Circular Error Probability (CEP) under 1 meter. The test successfully demonstrated abort, attack, and re-attack capabilities.
In the anti-armor strike module, the team utilized an IR camera to conduct a night strike. This test successfully hit a target within a CEP of 2 meters in a single attempt. Furthermore, the demonstration successfully showcased the capability of handing over control from the Ground Control Station (GCS) to a Forward Control Station located at 70 km away.
Testing focused on endurance and altitude was carried out at Joshimath (Malari), Uttarakhand. At this location, the Vayu Astra-1 Loitering Munition achieved an endurance flying time exceeding 90 minutes. The munition also performed high altitude loitering operations at an altitude of over 14,000 Feet. Following the mission, the loitering munition was safely recovered for subsequent flights.
NIBE Limited is noted as a leading defense technology firm in India. The company is engaged in the development, manufacturing, and integration of sophisticated defense systems, playing a key role in enhancing India's defence readiness and export capabilities with a strong emphasis on self-reliance and the Make in India initiative.
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