Iran equips its "Gaza" combat drone with anti-jamming gear PHOTO

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Aerospace Force has equipped its wide-body combat drone “Gaza” with anti-jamming and anti-spoofing devices.

At the 15th edition of the Latin America Aerospace and Defense (LAAD) 2025 trade show in Rio de Janeiro, Iran's Defense Ministry made its debut, showcasing a range of domestic military technologies, Caliber.Az reports, citing Iranian media.

The event, held from April 1 to 4, marked a significant moment as the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Aerospace Force (IRGC-AF) introduced its advanced “Gaza” drone.

A replica of the Shahed-149, also known as the Gaza, was prominently displayed at Iran's pavilion. The wide-body drone, which first gained attention when it was unveiled in May 2021, has undergone notable enhancements, including the integration of anti-jamming and anti-spoofing technologies. These upgrades aim to protect the drone from electronic warfare, offering robust defense against radio frequency jamming and signal spoofing.

Images of the Gaza drone revealed the addition of new antennas and navigation receivers, designed to safeguard the drone’s operational capabilities. The success of such anti-jamming systems had already been proven in Iran's Shahed-129 drones, indicating the country’s growing expertise in counteracting electronic threats.

The Gaza, Iran’s largest combat drone, boasts impressive specifications. It features a 21-meter wingspan, weighs 3.1 tons, and has a payload capacity of 500 kilograms. Powered by a turboprop engine, the drone can carry 13 bombs and is capable of flying for up to 35 hours. With a service ceiling of 35,000 feet and an operational range of 2,000 kilometers, the Gaza is designed for a variety of missions, including combat, surveillance, reconnaissance, search and rescue, as well as humanitarian operations following natural disasters or accidents.

By Khagan Isayev