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India considers using unused airfields as backup bases for long-range drones

India is reportedly considering converting unused airfields into backup launch bases for long-range drones. The report describes a military planning proposal rather than an active operation.

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Expanded drone basing could increase military reach and resilience in a regional crisis.

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  1. IAF May Turn Unused Airfields Into Backup Launch Bases for Long-Range Drones ↗idrw.org · Recorded source date: Sep 3, 2026, 5:47 AM UTC

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