Detailed Project Report: Goa Drone Hub

i) The AMOS Ecosystem

We wear a veil when we describe ourselves as a start-up that was born in 2015, for we have
been in this industry since 1999. Even though it sounded like an invention from The Back to
the Future then, it was a shared dream of our team, and that’s what we started working
towards when we established AMOS in 2015, making it the first woman-led drone company
in India.

Having a dynamic team, incorporating retired officers from The Indian Air Force, graduates
from some of the best business schools in India and a few very talented engineers who can
gather and understand the magnitude of our imagination enables us to give life to such
unique ideas that we even surprise ourselves a lot of times.
The company has ventured into

● Drones - AutoMicroUAS Aerotech Pvt Ltd

● Drones as a Service - Aeronne Dynamics Private Limited
● Drone Software - AutoMicroUAS Aerotech Pvt Ltd
● Drone Training - Integrated Drone Training Academy

*All the entities are under AutoMicroUAS Aerotech Pvt Ltd.

Our Strengths

SPECIALISED SOLUTIONS - On the assembly line is second nature to the company.

SOFTWARES - Our software covers all aspects such as Mission Planners and AI softwares
for Object Detection and Tracking.

VERSATILITY - We have covered both aspects of High-altitude drones, which start their
service ceiling at 7000 ft, as well as Low-altitude drones which match the expectations like
all other drone manufacturers.

PARTNER APIs INTEGRATIONS - We hold a better UI/UX design which decreases the
complexity for the user

DATA DRIVEN TECH COMPANY - Our company is heavily invested in data and software
embedded with AI and ML.
Projected Annual Turnover

MANUFACTURING CAPACITY: 150 drones per month

AVERAGE PRODUCT VALUE: Rs. 6.5L per drone

MONTHLY SALES: Rs 9.75 cr

YEARLY SALES: Rs 117 cr

Projects Completed

DRONE INTEGRATION ON A TANK:

Started with the Indian Army's 505 Army Base Workshop as an R&D Project. The Tethered
Drone was integrated on a T-72 Tank, used in High Altitude Military application of
surveillance near the LoC and LAC
SWARM DRONE DEMONSTRATION
Carried out the demonstration of its Swarm Drone capabilities to the Indian Air Force in
2018. 11 drones flew in a Swarm Formation.

WINDMILL INSPECTION
Carried out the inspection of windmills at ReNew Powers Pratapgarh, Rajasthan. Required
setting up of new AI Algorithms and Detection Models to understand the severity of cracks
and efficiency in actionable intelligence detection
HIGH ALTITUDE DRONE
Our drone underwent six months of rigorous testing and iterations for it to fly smoothly in
thinner air, high winds and changing visibility. It can be further integrated with control
centres, fully encrypted non-internet-based datalinks, and artificial intelligence algorithms for
further surveillance.

MAPPING OF SAACH PASS FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A ROPEWAY

The mapping was carried out on the difficult terrain of Saach Pass, Himachal Pradesh, for a
Ropeway construction. Post the mapping, the company also conducted the avalanche and
landslide analysis of the area to further assist SYSTRA MVA with initial construction plans of
the ropeway.
ii) Existing Businesses

INTEGRATED DRONE TRAINING ACADEMY

Drone Flying is imparted to students in accordance with the Civil Aviation Requirement
(CAR) of the Ministry of Civil Aviation and other professional courses. We endeavour to
furnish our students with structured and skilful knowledge of education in the Drone industry.
Internship and placement offers are also provided to nurture new talent. Drones have
become the need of the hour, and they have various features applicable in different fields.
We provide distinct courses like Drone Pilot (multirotor), Drone Technician, Drone Pilot (fixed
wing) and Drone Diploma to Educational institutions and Drone Companies. We facilitate
these courses with theory and practical work, achieving comprehensive development.

AERONNE DYNAMICS PRIVATE LIMITED

Aeronne is a significant enterprise for providing drone solutions for various services like
Surveying & Mapping, Creative Aerial Content, Surveillance & Security, Power line
Monitoring, etc. Our primary focus is to provide aerial solutions by implementing
conventional industrial methods and advanced technology. We offer highly specialised and
curated solutions in the mentioned fields. Drones have become the primary choice for an
aerial view of any representation, and we aid in achieving this with high-resolution cameras
that are fixed to our drones. Our drones are equipped with sensors and cameras that picture
large land in a quick single shot. In this way, Aeronne plays a critical role in offering the finest
drone solutions.

DIRECT TOTAL EMPLOYMENT: 100 individuals

INVESTMENT MADE: Upwards of 10 cr

iii) PROPOSED PROJECT - DRONE HUB

This project is the realisation of an idea that has been in our minds for a long time. The
planning for the Drone Hub has become one of the most important things for our
organisation and hence we have created a detailed plan for the execution of the same.
Following are the plans for the hub along with a blueprint of the whole facility.
● A Drone Manufacturing Plant which would have the facility to create moulds for
various drones, manufacturing facilities using carbon fibre, fibreglass and
fibre-reinforced plastic material processing units and finishing units.
● A Drone R&D Centre which would function as the base of research and development
for all drone and drone-related technology.
● One of its kind Drone Forensics Centre which will serve the state and the country in
identifying rogue drones entering India. Furthermore, it will also help in understanding
the rogue drones with detailed anatomical research of the same.
● A Training Coordination Facility to provide top-quality drone education and training to
students.
● A Placement Cell for employment assistance in India and abroad. A resident career
counsellor, online assistance facility and facilitation of these students, including legal
assistance, if any, would be provided by this placement cell.
● Office Areas would be built in order to provide a comfortable space for the employees
to work in and complete their daily agendas.
● Commercial sectors will be a part of the complex which would encompass various
facilities for staff recreation and interaction.
● Open Spaces with greenery would be a quintessential addition as it makes for a
healthy and safe surrounding all the while making the complex very eco-friendly.
iv) Market Analysis

AutoMicroUAS is one of the first companies of its kind and a market leader in drone
technology and solutions. Drone use in India has been steadily increasing in a variety of
applications, particularly non-commercial aerial cinematography, land surveys, agriculture
and mining activities, disaster management, construction activities, and mapping national
highways and railway routes. According to a BIS Research analysis published in July 2021,
the worldwide drone industry, which is now led by the United States, China, and Israel, is
expected to be worth US$ 28.47 billion in FY21-22, with India accounting for a 4.5% share.

Drones have grown in popularity in recent years because of their diverse capabilities, which
range from simple photography to surveillance, monitoring highways and railway lines, and
even delivering essentials/food items to clients. Furthermore, even in the midst of the
COVID-19 outbreak, drones played an important part in a variety of tasks around the
country, ranging from surveillance and sanitation to temperature checks and public
broadcasting. This not only reduced the chance of viral propagation but also assisted
authorities in assuring the safety of healthcare and law enforcement workers.

The government's new liberalised drone policy intends to assist individuals and businesses
in making the best use of drone technology. The following are some of the significant
enhancements of the revised Drone Rules 2021 policy:
● The number of forms was lowered from 25 to 5, and the charge types were cut from
72 to 4.
● An interactive drone airspace map with red and yellow zones will be available by
September 24, 2021.
● There is no need for permission to operate drones in green zones.
● The yellow zone, which requires ATC approval, has been lowered from 45 km to 12
km from the airport perimeter.

v) Justification for Land Requirement

The land used for the Drone Hub would be used for various purposes and divided into
sectors for specific functions. Adding to that, particular areas will be used as green and clean
hotspots to promote and create a healthy environment. Following points further detail the
need for the specified amount of land.
 ● Manufacturing setups where the manufacturing of the drones and their parts will take
place, along with the moulds necessary for all these manufacturing needs.

● Offices or Office areas for the employees who would be working in the various
facilities around the whole complex and at their desks in the offices.

● Training areas and schools for professionals and students who want to hone their
skills in drone manufacturing, flying, business, journalism and more.

vi) Implementation Timeline

Roadmap and execution of the proposed Drone Hub at

TUEM-ELECTRONICS Manufacturing Cluster
vii) TOTAL INFUSION OF 500 Cr -

STAGE VALUE ASSET

T0 50 Cr Infrastructure

T + 4 Months 120 Cr Machinery

T + 5 Months 60 Cr Material

T + 7 Months 30 Cr Teaching Infrastructure

T + 10 Months 240 Cr Expansion Plans

viii) Proposed Employment

● Direct - The company is projected to have substantial growth in terms of employees

by the end of FY 2026-27.

PARTICULARS 2022-2023 2023-2024 2024-2025 2025-2026 2026-2027

Senior Management 5 21 21 21 21

Research and Development 10 42 51 75 96

Testing 2 12 12 21 21

Quality Control 3 9 21 21 39

Logistics 1 3 9 12 15

Administration 8 27 33 42 45

Production 9 105 225 390 606

Marketing 6 45 63 105 141

Sales 4 18 30 48 60

TOTAL 43 282 465 735 1044

● Indirect - The company is dedicated to boost employment in and around the
proposed area of land. It provides a lot of indirect employment and gives
sustainability to the products which are being made and is good for growth. With the
evolution of regulations, we see drones headed for new heights in the business
world. With the new liberalized rules helping release India’s airspace for drone
operations, the use of drones has significantly increased across various industries
paving the way for new employment and entrepreneurship opportunities for drone
enthusiasts. The scope for skill development and employment generation in the
Indian drone industry is huge.