Aircrafts — Set 1
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Which Indian aircraft is specifically designed for Carrier-Borne operations to serve the Indian Navy?
Correct Answer: C. Tejas Navy
• **The** = The Tejas Navy is the naval variant of the Light Combat Aircraft designed for aircraft carrier operations. • **Data/Significance** — This variant performed its first successful landing on INS Vikramaditya in 2020.. • Wrong-option analysis: A Jaguar: related but different; B Mirage 2000: related but different; D MiG-21: incorrect type.
What is the primary role of the 'Netra' aircraft in the Indian defense system?
Correct Answer: B. Airborne Warning and Control
• **Netra** = Netra is an indigenous Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) system developed by DRDO. • **Data/Significance** — It provides 240-degree radar coverage to detect and track enemy aircraft or missiles. • Wrong-option analysis: A Ground Attack: related but different; C Strategic Bombing: incorrect type; D Basic Training: incorrect type.
Which aircraft is popularly known as the 'Deep Penetration Strike Aircraft' (DPSA) in India?
Correct Answer: B. Jaguar
• **The** = The SEPECAT Jaguar is designated as the DPSA due to its ability to fly at low altitudes for long-range strikes. • **Data/Significance** — It was inducted into the Indian Air Force to perform specialized maritime and deep-strike missions. • Wrong-option analysis: A Su-30 MKI: related but different; C Tejas: incorrect type; D MiG-29: incorrect type.
Which country is the original manufacturer of the Rafale fighter jet used by India?
Correct Answer: C. France
• **The** = The correct answer is 'France'. • **Data/Significance** — India signed a deal for 36 of these high-tech jets to modernize its air combat capabilities. • Wrong-option analysis: A USA: related but different; B Russia: related but different; D United Kingdom: incorrect type.
The HTT-40 aircraft, recently developed in India, belongs to which category?
Correct Answer: D. Basic Trainer Aircraft
• **The** = The HTT-40 is a Basic Trainer Aircraft developed indigenously by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). • **Data/Significance** — The HTT-40 is a Basic Trainer Aircraft developed indigenously by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). • Wrong-option analysis: A Stealth Fighter: related but different; B Unmanned Aerial Vehicle: related but different; C Heavy Lift Transport: related but different.
Which heavy-lift transport aircraft was acquired by India from the United States to replace the An-32?
Correct Answer: B. C-17 Globemaster III
• **The** = The C-17 Globemaster III is a premier heavy-lift aircraft used for strategic airlift missions. • **Data/Significance** — The C-17 Globemaster III is a premier heavy-lift aircraft used for strategic airlift missions. • Wrong-option analysis: A C-130J Super Hercules: related but different; C Il-76: incorrect type; D C-295: incorrect type.
What type of propulsion system is used in the BrahMos-equipped Su-30 MKI aircraft?
Correct Answer: C. Turbofan with Afterburner
• **The** = The Su-30 MKI uses AL-31FP turbofan engines that feature thrust vectoring for extreme maneuverability. • **Data/Significance** — The Su-30 MKI uses AL-31FP turbofan engines that feature thrust vectoring for extreme maneuverability. • Wrong-option analysis: A Turboprop: related but different; B Turbojet: related but different; D Ramjet: incorrect type.
Which of the following is a multi-mission maritime patrol aircraft operated by the Indian Navy?
Correct Answer: C. P-8I Poseidon
• **The** = The P-8I Poseidon is a sophisticated maritime surveillance and anti-submarine warfare aircraft. • **Data/Significance** — The P-8I Poseidon is a sophisticated maritime surveillance and anti-submarine warfare aircraft. • Wrong-option analysis: A Chinook CH-47F: related but different; B Apache AH-64E: related but different; D Dornier Do-228: incorrect type.
The 'Saras' aircraft project in India is aimed at developing what?
Correct Answer: D. Multipurpose Civilian/Military Transport
• **Saras** = Saras is India's first indigenous multi-purpose light civilian transport aircraft developed by NAL. • **Data/Significance** — The project was revived with a newer version named Saras Mk2 for improved performance.. • Wrong-option analysis: A Stealth Bomber: related but different; B Attack Helicopter: related but different; C Fifth Generation Fighter: related but different.
Which of these is a specialized 'Tanker' aircraft used for mid-air refueling by the IAF?
Correct Answer: B. Il-78 Midas
• **The** = The correct answer is 'Il-78 Midas'. • **Data/Significance** — The correct answer is 'Il-78 Midas'. • Wrong-option analysis: A An-32: related but different; C C-295: incorrect type; D Avro HS-748: incorrect type.