As José Antonio Kast assumed the Chilean presidency , Indra’s CROW counter-drone system played a pivotal role in securing the event. Deployed at the National Congress in Valparaíso, the system supported the Chilean Air Force in maintaining air superiority against next-generation unmanned threats during the internationally attended ceremony.
CROW represents a leap in aerial defense technology. Its modular architecture combines thermal imaging, AI algorithms, and multi-spectral sensors to create an impenetrable shield around sensitive sites. The system can define priority zones, adjust alarm thresholds in real time, and integrate with external command centers for coordinated threat response. Its vehicle-mounted variant extends protection to moving convoys, ensuring continuous security without operational pauses.
The system’s combat credentials are well-established. It has protected ground forces in Mali, European naval missions off the Horn of Africa, and NATO assets in Lithuania. During the APEC 2024 summit in Lima, CROW demonstrated its precision by automatically neutralizing 61 drones that breached critical perimeters, underscoring its reliability in complex environments.
This deployment also signals Indra’s strengthening footprint in Latin America ahead of FIDAE 2026. The exhibition will spotlight Indra’s holistic approach to airspace security, featuring space technologies, advanced radar, and unmanned systems. By prioritizing technology transfer and local industrial collaboration, Indra ensures that nations maintain sovereignty over their defense infrastructure.
From border surveillance to high-profile political events, Indra’s integrated solutions continue to set the standard for protecting what matters most in an era of rapidly evolving aerial threats.
