The machine was found near the village of Çubuklubala, approximately 120 km east of Istanbul. According to reports, residents noticed a mysterious drone lying motionless in the bushes. People who found the machine immediately notified the authorities. Gendarmerie units were dispatched to the site, fenced the area and initiated an investigation into the fall of the drone.
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Where was the Russian drone found?
What is basic information about the Orlan-10 drone?
Is there any information about injuries or losses?
What units did the authorities call when the drone was found?
No further details were provided about the origin, type or circumstances of the drone's arrival in the area.
What is known about Russian Orlan-10 drones?
According to Turkish media findings, the plane that fell was a Russian-made Orlan-10 drone. The structure is mainly used for reconnaissance and electronic warfare.
The drone can fly continuously for 16 hours and its maximum range is 600 km. It can carry a load of 5.5 kg at a time. It is made of composites, which makes it difficult to detect. The Russian army has been using this weapon since 2010.
