India Leases 2 MQ-9B Drones
6 sources · first reported Yesterday
India has leased two MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones from General Atomics to support intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance activities for the Indian navy. The lease is for 30 months and valued at $214 million. The drones will enhance India's maritime surveillance capabilities.
Why it matters
The lease of MQ-9B drones enhances India's intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities, particularly in maritime domains, and reflects the growing importance of unmanned systems in modern naval operations.
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