Ditching of Remotely Piloted Aircraft

Ditching of Remotely Piloted Aircraft

A Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) of the Indian Navy experienced engine failure on a routine surveillance mission on 18 Mar 16 off the Kerala coast. The RPA was thereafter ditched into the sea in a controlled manner to ensure no damage to lives and property. Search effort was launched immediately and parts of the aircraft including the engine have been recovered. A board of inquiry is being ordered.