| Burraq | |
|---|---|
| Role | Armed UAV |
| Manufacturer | NESCOM |
| First flight | ~2009 |
| Status | Under development |
| Primary user | Pakistan Air Force |
Burraq (Urdu: براق ) is a new unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) currently under development by the Pakistan Air Force and NESCOM, a Pakistani military research and development organisation.[1] The name Burraq (Arabic: البُراق al-Burāq "lightning") refers to a type of winged steed, described as a creature from the heavens which transported the Islamic Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
In May 2009 the Burraq UCAV was reported to be undergoing flight testing and would be armed with a new laser-guided air-to-surface missile and laser designator, also designed by NESCOM.[1]
Latest news shows that it can carry a payload of 200 KG and it will start its operations in 2012.