INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
electronic warfare tactics aimed at disrupting its navigation and control.This development was indirectly highlighted by Iran's recent
participation in the LAAD (Latin America Aerospace and Defense) 2025 exhibition, which took place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from April 1st
This year marked the inaugural attendance of the Iranian Defense Ministry at this significant trade show.Within its exhibition space, Iran
prominently displayed a model of the domestically produced Shahed-149, also known as the Gaza, a wide-body military drone of considerable
significance.Closer inspection of imagery related to this drone reveals that it has been outfitted with newly developed antennas and
advanced navigation receivers
These components are specifically engineered to either prevent or effectively minimize the potentially harmful effects of radio frequency
jamming, a common tactic used in electronic warfare scenarios
It is noteworthy that similar anti-jamming and anti-spoofing measures have previously demonstrated their effectiveness when implemented in
the Shahed-129 drones.The Shahed-149, often recognized as Iran's largest combat drone to date, was initially introduced to the public in May
Propelled by a turboprop engine, this military unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) possesses the capacity to carry up to thirteen bombs, enhancing
its offensive capabilities.In terms of its physical dimensions, the Gaza drone boasts a wingspan of 21 meters and has a total weight of 3.1
It is capable of carrying a payload weighing up to 500 kilograms.Regarding its operational characteristics, the drone is capable of
remaining airborne for as long as 35 hours
It has a service ceiling of 35,000 feet, indicating the maximum altitude at which it can effectively operate, and an operational range of
2,000 kilometers, allowing it to cover substantial distances during its missions.The Shahed-149 drone is versatile in its applications,
suitable for deployment in a wide array of combat scenarios, surveillance operations, and reconnaissance missions
Furthermore, it can be effectively utilized in search and rescue endeavors, and in providing essential relief efforts in the aftermath of
natural disasters or other unforeseen accidents.
