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Nepal Army Deploys DJI Drones for Flood Relief Deliveries

9/9/2026

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The Nepal army uses drones to deliver relief after floods that killed at least 1,367 people.
Contract drone pilot Santosh Budhathoki says helicopters are busy, making drones essential.
The army operates four China-donated DJI FlyCart 100 drones, making 10–16 aid deliveries daily.
Each drone flies 3–4 km, carries up to 60 kg, and can move bodies or conduct reconnaissance.

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The Nepal army uses drones to deliver relief after floods that killed at least 1,367 people.
Contract drone pilot Santosh Budhathoki says helicopters are busy, making drones essential.
The army operates four China-donated DJI FlyCart 100 drones, making 10–16 aid deliveries daily.
Each drone flies 3–4 km, carries up to 60 kg, and can move bodies or conduct reconnaissance.