Question 1

Which Indian aircraft is specifically designed for Carrier-Borne operations to serve the Indian Navy?

Accepted Answer

Tejas Navy. The Tejas Navy is the naval variant of the Light Combat Aircraft designed for aircraft carrier operations. It features a strengthened landing gear to handle high-impact landings on decks. This variant performed its first successful landing on INS Vikramaditya in 2020.

Question 2

What is the primary role of the 'Netra' aircraft in the Indian defense system?

Accepted Answer

Airborne Warning and Control. Netra is an indigenous Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) system developed by DRDO. It provides 240-degree radar coverage to detect and track enemy aircraft or missiles. The system is mounted on the Embraer ERJ 145 platform for aerial surveillance.

Question 3

Which aircraft is popularly known as the 'Deep Penetration Strike Aircraft' (DPSA) in India?

Accepted Answer

Jaguar. The SEPECAT Jaguar is designated as the DPSA due to its ability to fly at low altitudes for long-range strikes. It was inducted into the Indian Air Force to perform specialized maritime and deep-strike missions. This aircraft is unique for having over-wing pylons for carrying missiles.

Question 4

Which country is the original manufacturer of the Rafale fighter jet used by India?

Accepted Answer

France. The Rafale is a multi-role combat aircraft manufactured by the French company Dassault Aviation. India signed a deal for 36 of these high-tech jets to modernize its air combat capabilities. It is capable of carrying a wide range of weapons for air superiority and ground support.

Question 5

The HTT-40 aircraft, recently developed in India, belongs to which category?

Accepted Answer

Basic Trainer Aircraft. The HTT-40 is a Basic Trainer Aircraft developed indigenously by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). It is intended to be used for the first stage of pilot training in the Air Force. It successfully completed its spin certification and performance trials in recent years.

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