Aircrafts — Set 2
Technology · विमान · Questions 11–20 of 50
Which aircraft is known as the 'Vajra' in the Indian Air Force service?
Correct Answer: C. Mirage 2000
• **The** = The Mirage 2000 is officially named 'Vajra' by the Indian Air Force. • **Data/Significance** — The Mirage 2000 is officially named 'Vajra' by the Indian Air Force. • Wrong-option analysis: A Rafale: related but different; B MiG-29: related but different; D Tejas: incorrect type.
Which Indian state-run company is the primary manufacturer and maintainer of military aircraft?
Correct Answer: B. HAL
• **Hindustan** = Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is the premier aerospace company responsible for the design and production of Indian aircraft. • **Data/Significance** — It manufactures indigenous planes like the Tejas and license-produces foreign designs. • Wrong-option analysis: A DRDO: related but different; C ISRO: incorrect type; D BEL: incorrect type.
What makes the 'Phalcon' system different from the 'Netra' system in IAF service?
Correct Answer: D. It uses Israeli technology
• **The** = The correct answer is 'It uses Israeli technology'. • **Data/Significance** — The Phalcon AWACS is a much larger and more powerful radar system developed by Israel and mounted on Il-76 planes. • Wrong-option analysis: A It is a cargo plane: related but different; B It is for ground attack: related but different; C It is a training jet: related but different.
Which aircraft was the first to be fully designed and built in independent India?
Correct Answer: B. Hindustan HF-24 Marut
• **The** = The HF-24 Marut was India's first indigenous supersonic fighter-bomber, designed by Kurt Tank at HAL. • **Data/Significance** — The HF-24 Marut was India's first indigenous supersonic fighter-bomber, designed by Kurt Tank at HAL. • Wrong-option analysis: A Tejas: related but different; C Kiran: incorrect type; D Pushpak: incorrect type.
Which of these aircraft is a dedicated 'Maritime Reconnaissance' platform produced by HAL?
Correct Answer: C. Dornier Do-228
• **The** = The Dornier Do-228 is a versatile light transport aircraft license-produced by HAL in Kanpur. • **Data/Significance** — The Dornier Do-228 is a versatile light transport aircraft license-produced by HAL in Kanpur. • Wrong-option analysis: A Su-30 MKI: related but different; B MiG-21: related but different; D Mirage 2000: incorrect type.
What is the specific role of the 'Pilatus PC-7 MkII' in the Indian Air Force?
Correct Answer: D. Basic Pilot Training
• **The** = The Pilatus PC-7 MkII is a turboprop trainer aircraft used for the Stage-I training of IAF pilots. • **Data/Significance** — The Pilatus PC-7 MkII is a turboprop trainer aircraft used for the Stage-I training of IAF pilots. • Wrong-option analysis: A Target Towing: related but different; B Special Ops Transport: related but different; C Electronic Jamming: related but different.
Which aircraft is often referred to as the 'Fulcrum' in international terminology but serves in India as a naval fighter?
Correct Answer: B. MiG-29K
• **The** = The MiG-29K is the naval version of the Fulcrum fighter, specifically modified for carrier operations. • **Data/Significance** — The MiG-29K is the naval version of the Fulcrum fighter, specifically modified for carrier operations. • Wrong-option analysis: A Tejas: related but different; C Su-30: incorrect type; D MiG-21: incorrect type.
Which Indian project aims to develop a 5th Generation Stealth Fighter?
Correct Answer: C. AMCA
• **AMCA** = AMCA stands for Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft, which is India's upcoming stealth fighter program. • **Data/Significance** — It will feature internal weapons bays, radar-absorbent materials, and supercruise capabilities. • Wrong-option analysis: A Saras: related but different; B Tejas Mk2: related but different; D HJT-36: incorrect type.
The HJT-36 'Sitara' aircraft is intended for which stage of pilot training?
Correct Answer: D. Intermediate Jet Training
• **The** = The HJT-36 Sitara is the indigenous Intermediate Jet Trainer designed to replace the aging Kiran fleet. • **Data/Significance** — The HJT-36 Sitara is the indigenous Intermediate Jet Trainer designed to replace the aging Kiran fleet. • Wrong-option analysis: A Helicopter Training: related but different; B Basic Propeller Training: related but different; C Advanced Combat Training: related but different.
Which transport aircraft is being jointly produced by Tata and Airbus for the IAF?
Correct Answer: B. C-295
• **The** = The C-295 is a medium-lift transport aircraft that will replace the IAF's legacy Avro fleet. • **Data/Significance** — The C-295 is a medium-lift transport aircraft that will replace the IAF's legacy Avro fleet. • Wrong-option analysis: A C-130J: related but different; C An-32: incorrect type; D Do-228: incorrect type.