Chennai: City-based drone company Garuda Aerospace received two approvals from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to manufacture small drones and train the trainers of drone pilots.
In a release, the company stated that the first approval is a delta-type certification for manufacturing. This certification allows the company to design, manufacture, and maintain small drones according to the stringent DGCA standards. The delta-type certification is a crucial requirement for drone manufacturers in India and ensures that products are of the highest level of safety.
The second approval is a train-the-trainer approval for its Remote Pilot Training Organisation (RPTO). This allows Garuda Aerospace to train and certify trainers, who will then educate and certify drone pilots. The company has a total of six DGCA approvals.
"These new DGCA approvals open up new avenues for growth and expansion, allowing us to serve a wider range of customers and contribute more significantly to the Indian drone industry. The DGCA approvals are crucial for driving innovation and empowering industries across the world and will enable us to capitalise on this growth potential and position Garuda Aerospace as a key player in the industry. By investing in research and development, training skilled personnel, and building strategic partnerships, we aim to contribute to the development of a vibrant and sustainable drone ecosystem in India," said Agnishwar Jayaprakash, Founder and CEO, Garuda Aerospace.