Amber Wings, a leader in drone technology and a sister brand of the acclaimed flying taxi startup The ePlane Company, unveiled its latest agricultural drone, ‘Vihaa’. Recently certified by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), the ‘Vihaa‘ is set to transform Indian farming by offering a faster, more efficient solution for crop management.
The ‘Vihaa’ drone is designed to revolutionize the way farmers and agribusinesses operate across the country. It can spray crops with fertilizers, pesticides, and other treatments up to seven times faster than manual methods, helping farmers and businesses save valuable time and resources. Amber Wings is offering spraying services in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu with plans to expand further in the coming months.
“Introducing ‘Vihaa’ marks a pivotal moment in our journey to enhance agricultural practices in India. Our mission has always been to provide innovative solutions that empower farmers and drive industry growth. With ‘Vihaa’, we are not just offering a tool but a partner in modern farming, aiming to make advanced technology accessible across the country and support the broader dronetech sector’s development.” said IIT Madras Prof Satya Chakravarthy, Founder, Chief & Technical Lead, Ubifly Technologies Pvt Ltd.
In addition to the Vihaa agridrone, Amber Wings is developing other drone solutions. The company’s ‘Atva’ series of drones is designed for package delivery and aerial imaging that address the needs of logistics and e-commerce companies. Amber Wings is also prototyping a 50-kg payload drone to further expand its capabilities.
“We believe drone technology has the power to transform industries and unlock new possibilities for businesses,” added Prof Satya Chakravarthy. “By offering end-to-end solutions and building a strong ecosystem, we aim to drive the growth of drone adoption across India.”
