Garuda Aerospace Receives Type Certification and RTPO Approvals from DGCA

Garuda Aerospace Receives Type Certification and RTPO Approvals from DGCA: Drone manufacturer Garuda Aerospace has received the Type Certification and RPTO (Remote Pilot Training Organisation) approvals from the Director General of Civil Aviation for the indigenously designed kisan drones.

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How DGCA Gives Approvals:

DGCA Type certification is provided on the basis of the quality check and is issued after a rigorous testing process of the unmanned aerial vehicles.

About Kisan drones:

Garuda Kisan drones were qualified for Rs 10 lakh in unsecured loans from the Center’s agri-infrastructure fund because they were built for agricultural use and had gained Type Certification for the GA-AG model.

About Remote pilot training organisation:

According to DGCA, a remote pilot training organisation is an organisation authorised by the DGCA to impart remote pilot training to any individual seeking for a remote pilot certificate under Rule 34 of Drone Rules 2021.

Its Significance:

The elusive double certification by DGCA for Type and RPTO certification is a testament to the indigenous Made in India drone manufacturing capacities. In the next five months, the company will be able to produce 5,000 drones thanks to robust demand.