MNA � The Commander-in-Chief of IRGC, Maj. Gen. Mohammad Ali�Jafari, announced the Guard Corps� plan to boost drone and helicopter capabilities due to their decisive roles during operations.


Brigadier General Mohammad Ali Jafari�made the announcement on the sidelines of the opening of three�helicopter centers for the Iran Army Aviation, known as Havaniruz.

�Due to the decisive role of using drones and helicopters in operations, we have made a decision to incorporate more use of such technology in IRGC operations, particularly in helliborne and identifying the enemies� locations in operation areas,� he added.

It was about two years ago that it was decided for the IRGC ground forces to be equipped with helicopter units, he said, adding �with efforts made by the commander of IRGC ground forces, three helicopter units were established and are now ready for mission. This is a remarkable measure which shows once new equipment makes it into a military force, all efforts and resources are focused to make the best use of the equipment.�

�This overhaul center is one of a kind in Iran, and we hope that the growth of the helicopter units of IRGC ground forces will bring about further security and strength for the country,� he added.