Kadet Defence Systems Introduces India's First Indigenous Loitering Aerial Munitions (LAM)

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Kadet Defence Systems (P) Limited (KDS) introduces India's first Loitering Aerial Munitions (LAM) for the Indian Armed Forces.

An Overview of the News

• Developed under a unique Development cum Production Partner (DCPP) model with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).

• Reflects KDS commitment to fostering indigenous innovation and self-reliance in defence production.

Features of India's 1st LAM:

• The indigenous LAMs are entirely designed and manufactured in India.

• Over 90% of components domestically sourced.

• Incorporates cutting-edge technologies, including Canister Aerial Loitering Munition (CALM), Combat Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) with stand-off capabilities, and Tactical Vertical Takeoff & Landing (VTOL) UAVs.

• Adaptability to various terrains and altitudes, from deserts to plains, and even high-altitude regions surpassing 5000 meters.

• Capabilities include serving as combat UAVs capable of precision strikes and Kamikaze drones for targeted engagements, reminiscent of cruise missiles.

Additional Information:

• Secured a contract to deliver 50 LAM systems by the end of 2024, meeting the operational requirements of the Indian armed forces.

• Aims to increase LAMs production and deliver an estimated 5000 systems in the next 2 to 3 years.

About KDS:

• It is a privately owned company specializing in the production of aerospace products, with a primary focus on Unmanned Systems.

• Avdesh Khaitan serves as the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the company.

• The headquarters of KDS is located in Bengaluru, Karnataka.

• The company was established in the year 2011.