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India Successfully Tests Astra BVRAAM from LCA Tejas AF MK1 Prototype

India’s Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) successfully conducted the test launch of the indigenous Astra Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) from the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas AF MK1 prototype off the Chandipur coast in Odisha. The test demonstrated the missile’s accuracy and advanced capabilities, marking a major step toward strengthening India’s indigenous defense systems.

Key Highlights

  • Missile Tested: Astra BVRAAM (Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile)
  • Launch Platform: Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas AF MK1 prototype
  • Location of Test: Off the coast of Chandipur, Odisha
  • Developed By: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
  • Test Result: Direct hit on a flying target with all subsystems performing optimally
  • Range: Over 100 kilometers
  • Purpose: To enhance India’s air defense capabilities and boost indigenous missile technology

Supporting Agencies

  • Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA)
  • Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
  • Centre for Military Airworthiness and Certification (CEMILAC)
  • Directorate General of Aeronautical Quality Assurance (DG-AQA)
  • Indian Air Force (IAF)

Reactions

  • Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated all the teams involved.
  • Dr. Samir V. Kamat, Chairman of DRDO, praised the collaborative efforts of scientists and engineers.
  • Significance: A major milestone towards the induction of the LCA Tejas MK1A variant into the Indian Air Force.
Summary/Static Details
Why in the news? India Successfully Tests Astra BVRAAM from LCA Tejas AF MK1 Prototype
Missile Name Astra BVRAAM (Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile)
Launch Platform Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas AF MK1 prototype
Test Location Chandipur, Odisha
Developed By DRDO
Range Over 100 kilometers
Test Outcome Direct hit on target with all systems performing optimally
Supporting Agencies ADA, HAL, CEMILAC, DG-AQA, IAF
Significance Boosts India’s indigenous air defense capabilitie
Key Reactions Praise from Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and DRDO Chairman Dr. Samir V. Kamat
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