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The SIDM (Temporary Medium Altitude Long Endurance drone system) is a system of modular maneuverable drones (three payload carrying aircraft controlled by a modular ground station). The system is capable of carrying out surveillance and reconnaissance missions, target designation missions and laser target illumination missions.

The system is deployed by the air force. These missions are carried out or the benefit of joint intelligence, the squadron leader commanding the theatre, and the elements of the armed forces deployed. They can extend over the entire area of interest or theatre of operations. The missions may be carried out over large ranges, extending to over 1000 km from the launch site when controlled via a satellite link. The system provides a permanent presence in the area, 24 hours a day and in all weathers.

Well suited to in-theatre use, the SIDM can be deployed rapidly and is easy to maintain in operational condition. These characteristics apply equally to the ease of projection over the theatre base and its operational availability at very short notice.