The Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully conducted a significant Maritime Unmanned Aircraft Systems (MUM-T) trial involving the TEJAS fighter jet along the Konkan Coast on October 25, 2025. This pioneering exercise demonstrated the advanced integration of manned fighter aircraft with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), showcasing seamless sensor-to-shooter handoffs and precision maritime strike capabilities. During the trial, the TEJAS was networked with two UAVs, allowing autonomous control systems to direct precision strikes without direct human input for mid-mission manoeuvres. This operation was carried out amid strict navigational protocols, including a NOTMAR no-sail zone near Goa and Karwar, and coincided with larger tri-service exercises such as Konkan and Trishul. The successful MUM-T trial not only highlights India’s growing expertise in networked and asymmetric warfare but also enhances the survivability and operational effectiveness of its air power in maritime and multi-domain scenarios. This milestone firmly establishes India’s leadership in indigenous manned-unmanned combat capabilities, emphasizing strategic preparedness in a complex geopolitical environment. The exercise concluded with a coordinated recovery at Goa, underscoring the reliability of autonomous operations in contested zones.