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 |