ASTRASKY AEROSPACE // TRINETRA MARK X // EXECUTIVE DEAL MEMO
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ASTRASKY TRINETRA MARK X
Sovereign Carrier-Deployable Strike UAS // Asymmetric Venture Deal Memo
THE STRATEGIC HOOK // WHY THIS COMPANY EXISTS:
1. The Import Trap: India spends ~₹800 Cr ($35M+) per unit on imported MQ-9B Reapers. Dependence on coastal bases and overseas support limits operational flexibility.
2. Sovereign Solution: Trinetra Mark X addresses that dependence with a sovereign maritime platform designed to operate closer to the fleet.
3. 16x Economic Moat: Targeted flyaway cost of ₹50 Cr ($6M) per airframe vs ₹800 Cr.
TOTAL CAPITAL ASK
$2.5M
~₹24 Crore Total
STAGE 1 COMMIT
$1,000,000
15% @ ₹50 Cr Post
STAGE 2 STEP-UP
$1,500,000
10% @ ₹126 Cr Post
FOUNDER DILUTION
25% MAX
Strict Cap Across Raise
DELIVERY HORIZON
9 MONTHS
To DGNO Sea Trials
ASTRASKY AEROSPACE // TRINETRA MARK X // MACRO PROBLEM & VULNERABILITY MATRIX
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THE DEFENCE IMPORT TRAP & OPERATIONAL CHOKE
Why legacy imported MALE/HALE drones leave India's maritime posture fundamentally exposed.
1. THE FINANCIAL MONOPOLY (IMPORT TRAP)
• Severe procurement cost restricts fleet acquisitions to token numbers.
• Extreme foreign MRO lifecycle dependence and ITAR embargo exposure.
• Cost paralysis: Commanders cannot aggressively deploy a ₹800 Cr asset.
2. OPERATIONAL & CARRIER INCOMPATIBILITY
❌ Runway Dependence: Loss of access to coastal airfields can interrupt maritime coverage.
❌ Disrupted Communications: Unreliable connectivity can interrupt awareness and delay decisions.
❌ High-Value Asset Exposure: Costly assets are difficult to risk on persistent maritime missions.
❌ Zero Destroyer Footprint: Incapable of operating directly from frontline naval destroyers or frigates.
STRATEGIC IMPLICATION FOR THE INDIAN NAVY: In contested littoral combat (Arabian Sea / Bay of Bengal), static shore airbases are targeted in opening salvos. Relying on runway-bound drones leaves the fleet blind. The Imperative: A sovereign, shipboard uncrewed option that expands reach and reduces dependence on shore infrastructure.
ASTRASKY AEROSPACE // TRINETRA MARK X // OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS & SOLUTIONS
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WHAT WE ARE BUILDING: TRINETRA MARK X
A sovereign maritime platform focused on reach, resilience and responsive operations.
LESS RUNWAY DEPENDENCE
Bring maritime capability closer to the fleet when coastal airbases are unavailable.
TIMELY MARITIME RESPONSE
Address distant situations without relying on crewed aircraft for every mission.
MORE MISSION FLEXIBILITY
Give operators an uncrewed option for a broader range of maritime needs.
RESILIENT OPERATIONS
Reduce dependence on continuous external connectivity in contested environments.
SIX OPERATIONAL NEEDS // THE VALUE WE AIM TO DELIVER:
1. Access
Less dependence on shore bases.
2. Reach
Extend maritime awareness.
3. Awareness
A clearer operational picture.
4. Decisions
Reduce coordination delays.
5. Resilience
Support mission continuity.
6. Independence
Build sovereign capability.
ASTRASKY AEROSPACE // TRINETRA MARK X // CAPITAL TERMS & VALUATION
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TWO-STAGE CAPITAL STRUCTURE // 25% DILUTION CAP
Performance-staged tranches capping total founder dilution strictly at 25% across the entire $2.5M program.
STAGE 1: SEED & TOOLING (CURRENT)
$1,000,000 ($1M / ~₹9.7 Cr)
15% EQUITY @ ₹50 Cr POST-MONEY
• Establish the program’s delivery foundation.
• Develop the platform around maritime user needs.
• Secure the resources needed for program progress.
• Support the first six months of program development.
STAGE 2: FLIGHT TRIALS & SEA DEMO
$1,500,000 ($1.5M / ~₹14.5 Cr)
10% EQUITY @ ₹126 Cr ($15M) POST-MONEY
• Validate the shipboard operating concept.
• Demonstrate practical mission flexibility.
• Assess resilience in representative maritime conditions.
• Official flight demonstration to Indian Navy / DGNO.
🛡️ Cap Table Discipline: Total founder dilution is strictly capped at 25% for the full $2.5M capital raise. Stage 1 investors enter at an attractive ₹50 Cr valuation and participate in an immediate 2.5x valuation step-up at Stage 2.
ASTRASKY AEROSPACE // TRINETRA MARK X // PROGRAM ROADMAP & BUDGET
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9-MONTH EXECUTION ROADMAP TO NAVAL DEMONSTRATION
Disciplined milestone timeline guaranteeing delivery to DGNO naval trials.
M1: PROGRAM FOUNDATION & DEVELOPMENT
Establish delivery readiness and develop the program around the needs of maritime operators.
$875,000 (~₹8.4 Cr)
MONTHS 1 - 3
M2: MISSION FLEXIBILITY & READINESS
Advance the platform toward a practical uncrewed option for diverse maritime missions.
$750,000 (~₹7.2 Cr)
MONTHS 4 - 5
M3: RESILIENCE & PROGRAM VALIDATION
Build evidence of mission continuity, situational awareness and operational value.
$500,000 (~₹4.8 Cr)
MONTHS 6 - 7
M4: MARITIME DEMONSTRATION & ENGAGEMENT
Demonstrate the program’s maritime value and engage naval stakeholders on the path to adoption.
$375,000 (~₹3.6 Cr)
MONTHS 8 - 9
INDEPENDENT PRIVATE CAPITAL DE-RISKING POLICY: Milestone execution proceeds with zero dependency on government grant disbursement cycles. Private capital guarantees the full 9-month build cycle independently. Grants (iDEX/ADITI) act purely as non-dilutive balance sheet buffer.
ASTRASKY AEROSPACE // TRINETRA MARK X // THE ECONOMIC MOAT & UNIT METRICS
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16x COST ASYMMETRY // MASS PROCUREMENT ADVANTAGE
Radically flipping naval economics from high-cost single targets to distributed swarm strike wings.
| OPERATIONAL NEED |
US GENERAL ATOMICS MQ-9B |
ISRAELI IAI HERON TP |
ASTRASKY TRINETRA MARK X |
| Unit Flyaway Cost |
₹800 Crore ($35M+) |
₹200 Crore ($24M) |
₹50 Crore ($6M) [16x MOAT] |
| Launch Infrastructure |
Coastal airbase dependence |
Coastal airbase dependence |
Shipboard operating concept |
| Timely Response |
Balance coverage and response |
Balance coverage and response |
Focus on responsive missions |
| Mission Flexibility |
Mission-dependent configuration |
Mission-dependent configuration |
Broader uncrewed mission choice |
| Operational Continuity |
External connectivity dependence |
External connectivity dependence |
Reduced connectivity dependence |
| National Sovereignty & IP |
100% US ITAR Restricted |
Foreign Proprietary Box |
100% Sovereign Indian IDDM |
The Squadron Equation: For the cost of 3 imported MQ-9B Reapers (₹2,400 Cr), the Indian Navy can acquire 48 Trinetra Mark X UCAVs, equipping 24 frontline naval destroyers with unblinking maritime air cover.
ASTRASKY AEROSPACE // TRINETRA MARK X // EXECUTION ENGINE & CORE TEAM
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16 SPECIALIZED AEROSPACE & AI ENGINEERS // AKSI AEROSPACE PARTNERSHIP
Engineering & manufacturing executed in strategic partnership with
AKSI Aerospace Group under AstraSky AI.
AUTONOMY SQUAD (6)
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Founder & Autonomy Lead: Program vision and user value.
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Software Delivery: Reliable onboard capability.
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Computer Vision: Maritime situational awareness.
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Flight Software: Consistent mission execution.
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Operational Resilience: Continuity in difficult conditions.
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Program Validation: Evidence-based readiness.
AEROSPACE & HARDWARE SQUAD (10)
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Chief Aerodynamicist: Efficient maritime operations.
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Structures Lead: Dependable platform design.
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Tooling Lead: Manufacturing readiness.
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Performance Lead: Responsive mission capability.
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Mission Lead: Flexible operational use.
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Shipboard Operations: Reduced shore dependence.
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Avionics Lead: Reliable system integration.
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Marine Lead: Maritime service readiness.
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Situational Awareness: Better operational understanding.
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Flight Test: Demonstration and user feedback.
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Manufacturing Backbone: Airframe fabrication, composite tooling, and precision assembly backed by
AKSI Aerospace Group infrastructure.
ASTRASKY AEROSPACE // TRINETRA MARK X // DIRECT STRATEGIC ENGAGEMENT
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ASTRASKY AEROSPACE
TRINETRA MARK X
Sovereign Strike Shield for the Indian Navy // Redefining Maritime Power
DIRECT FOUNDER CONNECT
Raghvendra Patel
Founder & CEO // AstraSky AI
📧 contact@astrasky.ai
India | USA | UAE | Canada
