EndureAir completes Bhutan mountain-logistics proof of concept with SABAL UAV

Aug 22, 2025 · Deployment · EndureAir Systems · Aerial

EndureAir and Druk Holding & Investments completed a high-altitude logistics proof of concept between Sangaygang and Phajoding using the SABAL UAV.

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  • The demonstration progressed from a 1kg payload to delivery of a 10kg bag of rice.
  • The remotely piloted round trip took about ten minutes.
  • The trial established feasibility but did not itself constitute a recurring commercial delivery service.

EndureAir Systems is an Indian uncrewed-aircraft manufacturer originating from IIT Kanpur research. Founded in 2018, it develops rotorcraft and hybrid VTOL platforms for logistics, surveillance, mapping, disaster response and defence missions. The company combines indigenous airframes, propulsion, avionics, payload integration and flight-control software, with products designed for high-altitude and otherwise demanding operating environments.