It is completely autonomous and can be programmed with navigational way-points, which can be changed in-flight by the ground control.
With a ground tracker system, it is capable of providing continuous imagery of the on-board camera irrespective of the attitude of the aircraft.
[3] Many components of the UAV, like the autopilot, thermal camera, data links, trackers and the carbon composites air-frame were provided by the private industry in India.
[1][7] The unique features of Imperial Eagle have already caught the attention of several premier institutions and paramilitary wings.
National Security Guard (NSG), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), National Institute of Disaster Management and home department of several states have shown interest in procuring the vehicle.