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India launches mini-UAV aircraft contest

Delhi, India - Bluebird and AeroVironment compete

The Indian hi-tech industry is growing fast, but for particular equipment such as modern pocket UAVs, Delhi continues to launch billion dollar contests (it is to be noted that 10% of armament sales worldwide is directed to India). The remote-controlled aircraft, or UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) are the latest developments featured by all modern armies, and Delhi has decided to equip its own forces...

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Rome, Italy, 05/29/2012 12:34
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