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Istra-12 (Истра-12)

Istra Aero (Istrinsk Experimental Mechanical Plant) · Russia

Modular mini reconnaissance UAV; a complex includes 2-4 identical air vehicles plus a vehicle-mounted ground station. Performs terrain observation, detection/recognition and tracking; notably can execute flight programs without satellite navigation (GNSS-denied).

CountryRussia
SubtypeMini fixed-wing reconnaissance UAV
RoleISR
Russian-madetrue
ClassificationMini UAV
Missionreconnaissance, surveillance, target tracking, mapping
Datalinkreal-time data link; GNSS-denied navigation capability
OperatorsRussia
Frame typeFixed-wing
PropulsionElectric
Combat-provenNo
Launch methodlaunch rail/catapult
Autonomy levelremotely piloted; navigation without satellite signals
Recovery methodparachute, belly landing
Standard sensorshigh-resolution camera, IR camera
Production statusProduced
Airframe / lift typeFixed-wing
Control / autonomy levelRC line-of-sight – BVLOS
DomainAerial (UAV/UAS)
Mission / use case – civilSurvey / mapping
Mission / use case – militaryISR
Origin / supply chainMilitary-grade
PropulsionElectric (LiPo / Li-ion)
Signature / detectabilityGNSS-denied capable, RF-emitting
Threat vectorSurveillance / reconnaissance
Weight / classClass I – Mini (2–20 kg)
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Review-stage catalogue data — specs corroborated from manufacturer and secondary sources; not for procurement decisions. Source: www.istra.aero