Marut drones surveillance drone ‘Skyswift 56’ receives DGCA type certification

An indigenously developed drone - Skyswift 56, by Marut Drones was granted DGCA certification, The drone is useful for security agencies as it can be launched within two minutes and packed into a backpack.

Hyderabad: Marut Drones – India’s first drone company with a dual certification for training and manufacturing has received DGCA type certification for its surveillance drone – the Skyswift 56.

This small category quadcopter-class rotorcraft is designed to meet the needs of surveillance, high-precision mapping, and field training. Developed to support multiple payload configurations, including an FPV camera, a 24MP mapping camera with PPK support, a 4K surveillance camera, and thermal imaging capabilities, the Skyswift 56 stands out for operations that demand precision and discretion.

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The usability of the Skyswift 56 is significant for law enforcement agencies, with the potential to reduce emergency response times. It can cut operational costs while boosting the detection of illegal activities. By lowering crime rates and increasing community confidence, it can create a conducive environment for businesses and public events, a company press release said on Friday.

Marut Drones CEO Prem Kumar Vislawath said Skyswift 56 emerges as a timely solution when national security concerns are prompting deeper investments in tactical drone surveillance. Developed in house, Skyswift 56 is built to empower frontline personnel with silent, compact, and high-precision drone surveillance tools. Silent, thermal-equipped, and designed for low-visibility missions, it is purpose-built for covert reconnaissance, patrolling, law enforcement, and public safety missions. Its ultra-portable design allows the entire system to fit into a rugged backpack and be deployed in under two minutes, which is crucial for field operations and rapid response scenarios. Engineered for endurance and durability, it boasts weather-resistant, shock-absorbent construction and can achieve speeds up to 15 m/s, making it capable of covering large terrains efficiently, he said.

India’s Drone market is set for staggering expansion, from USD 145 Million in 2024 to well over USD 630 Million by 2030, emphasizing India’s increasing drone-based adoption of drone practices. India’s drone economy valued at USD 150 Million presently faces an acute shortage of skilled drone pilots. With already over 1 lakh drones in operations, the number is expected to rise to 1 million by 2027.

However, the lack of skilled pilots can slow down the momentum of India’s UAV revolution. Marut’s DGCA-certified Skyswift 56 aims to bridge the gap in drone pilot training, strengthening the next generation of drone pilots and making a significant contribution to India’s potential to create over Rs 6000 crore worth employment (conservative average of skilled pilots earning Rs 50,000 – Rs 80,000 per month), the company said. g, and training needs.