Russian drones will monitor the Arctic.

From May 1 the division of unmanned aerial vehicle Orlan-10 of Eastern Military District will start monitoring the situation in the Arctic.

The drones’ task is to maintain impartial control of the situation in the Russian sector of the Arctic, including the ice and ecological situation in the adjoining sea areas and along the Northern Sea Route. The vehicles can be delivered to any Arctic area for monitoring of navigation as well as search and rescue missions.