Iranian state-owned aerospace and defense manufacturer specializing in unmanned aerial vehicles and aircraft production.
| Headquarters | 🇮🇷 Iran |
|---|---|
| Region | MIDEAST |
Shahed Aviation Industries, also known as HESA (Iran Aircraft Manufacturing Industrial Company), is a major Iranian defense contractor focused on UAV design, production, and aircraft manufacturing. The company has developed several drone platforms used by Iranian military and paramilitary forces, including the Shahed series of loitering munitions and reconnaissance UAVs.
HESA was established as Iran's primary aircraft manufacturing entity and has evolved into a key producer of unmanned systems. The company has developed indigenous drone technology, including the Shahed-136 and related variants, which have been documented in regional conflicts.