India's Indigenous AI-Driven Combat Aircraft Completes 100 Flight Hours in Trials
Bengaluru-based Flying Wedge Defence and Aerospace (FWDA) has completed 100 cumulative flight hours testing Kaal Bhairava Lite, India's first indigenous AI-driven Medium Altitude Long Endurance autonomous combat aircraft. Certified by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, the dual-role platform supports intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance missions, and precision-strike loitering munition roles. Designed for maritime deployment, it features over 1,000 km range and 8-10 hours endurance. The Indian Navy is evaluating long-range loitering munitions, with FWDA planning to participate in the procurement process.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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indianexpress broke this story on 23 Sept, 10:02 am. Other outlets followed.