Published 20:39 IST, June 11th 2024

Kadet Defence Systems Pioneers India's foray into Jet-Powered Aerial Target Production

Aerial targets play a crucial role in enhancing military readiness and effectiveness, offering cost-effective alternatives for training.

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New Delhi, India: Ket Defence Systems (KDS), a leing aerospace company in India, has achieved a significant milestone with successful launch of Jet-Powered Aerial Targets, marking a historic leap in indigenous defence technology. se vanced aerial targets, designed and developed entirely in India, have been exported to foreign-friendly countries, solidifying India’s position in global defence market. 

KDS’ jet-powered aerial targets boast cutting-edge capabilities, including speeds exceeding 500 kilometres per hour, a flight range of 300 kilometres, and altitudes surpassing 6,000 meters. Equipped with low observable rar cross-section and swarming capabilities, se targets serve as vital tools for military training, weapon system development, and evaluation exercises. y facilitate testing of various defence systems, including shoulder-fired missiles, guns, and artillery systems, while also serving as high-speed decoys and Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (CUAS) solutions. 

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India's Entry into Jet-Powered Aerial Target Manufacturing 

KDS’ achievement marks a parigm shift in India’s defence technology landscape, transitioning from reliance on imports to domestic production of sophisticated aerial targets. This milestone underscores India’s commitment to self-reliance in defence manufacturing and showcases country’s growing capabilities in vanced defence technology. By supplying se targets to both domestic and international markets, KDS contributes to India’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat while establishing itself as a key player in global defence sector.

increasing demand for aerial targets within defence applications reflects ir crucial role in enhancing military reiness and effectiveness. With realistic simulation features and vanced capabilities, aerial targets enable armed forces to conduct comprehensive training, testing, and evaluation exercises. y offer a cost-effective and safer alternative to manned aircraft, supporting various tactical scenarios and mission objectives.

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Avdhesh Khaitan, CEO of Ket Defence Systems, expressed pride in company’s achievement and emphasized its dedication to innovation and excellence in defence technology. With this groundbreaking development, KDS not only strengns national defence capabilities but also demonstrates potential of Indian companies to compete on global stage. Moreover, as India undertakes key weapon development programs, availability of indigenous solutions for evaluation purposes enhances cost-effectiveness and data security in defence testing processes. 

20:39 IST, June 11th 2024