Aircrafts — Set 5
Technology · विमान · Questions 41–50 of 50
Which country developed the 'Mirage 2000' fighter jets used by India?
Correct Answer: A. France
• **The** = The correct answer is 'France'. • **Data/Significance** — The Mirage 2000 is a French multi-role, single-engine fourth-generation jet fighter. • Wrong-option analysis: B USA: incorrect type; C Russia: incorrect type; D UK: incorrect type.
Which is the first indigenously developed 'Light Combat Helicopter' (LCH) of India?
Correct Answer: A. Prachand
• **LCH** = LCH Prachand is India's first indigenous multi-role combat helicopter designed for high-altitude warfare. • **Data/Significance** — It is the only attack helicopter in the world that can land and take off at an altitude of 5,000 meters. • Wrong-option analysis: B Dhruv: incorrect type; C Rudra: incorrect type; D Chetak: incorrect type.
The 'Ludra' or 'Rudra' helicopter is the armed version of which platform?
Correct Answer: A. HAL Dhruv
• **HAL** = HAL Rudra is the weaponized version of the Dhruv Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH). • **Data/Significance** — It is equipped with sensors, a 20mm turret gun, and mistral air-to-air missiles. • Wrong-option analysis: B Cheetah: incorrect type; C Mi-17: incorrect type; D Apache: incorrect type.
Which of the following is a heavy-lift strategic transport aircraft of the IAF?
Correct Answer: B. C-17 Globemaster
• **The** = The C-17 Globemaster III is a heavy-lift aircraft used for rapid strategic delivery of troops and cargo. • **Data/Significance** — The C-17 Globemaster III is a heavy-lift aircraft used for rapid strategic delivery of troops and cargo. • Wrong-option analysis: A An-32: related but different; C Dornier 228: incorrect type; D Avro: incorrect type.
What is the primary role of the 'Lakshya' aircraft in Indian defense?
Correct Answer: A. Pilotless Target Aircraft
• **Lakshya** = Lakshya is a pilotless target aircraft (PTA) used for training personnel in anti-aircraft warfare. • **Data/Significance** — It is reusable and acts as a target for surface-to-air and air-to-air missiles. • Wrong-option analysis: B Heavy Bomber: incorrect type; C Maritime Surveillance: incorrect type; D Cargo Transport: incorrect type.
Which aircraft is known for its delta-wing design and serving as an 'Interceptor' for decades?
Correct Answer: A. MiG-21
• **The** = The MiG-21 is a supersonic jet interceptor with a characteristic delta-wing shape. • **Data/Significance** — The MiG-21 is a supersonic jet interceptor with a characteristic delta-wing shape. • Wrong-option analysis: B Jaguar: incorrect type; C Su-30 MKI: incorrect type; D C-130J: incorrect type.
Which country is the manufacturer of the C-130J 'Super Hercules' transport aircraft?
Correct Answer: A. USA
• **The** = The C-130J Super Hercules is manufactured by the American company Lockheed Martin. • **Data/Significance** — The C-130J Super Hercules is manufactured by the American company Lockheed Martin. • Wrong-option analysis: B Russia: incorrect type; C Israel: incorrect type; D Germany: incorrect type.
The aircraft 'Netra' is built on the platform of which company's jet?
Correct Answer: B. Embraer
• **The** = The Netra AEW&C system is integrated into the Embraer ERJ 145 aircraft platform. • **Data/Significance** — The Netra AEW&C system is integrated into the Embraer ERJ 145 aircraft platform. • Wrong-option analysis: A Boeing: related but different; C Airbus: incorrect type; D Dassault: incorrect type.
Which aircraft is primarily used for 'Advanced Jet Training' (AJT) by the Indian Air Force?
Correct Answer: A. Hawk 132
• **The** = The BAE Systems Hawk 132 is the advanced jet trainer used to train fighter pilots before they fly combat jets. • **Data/Significance** — The BAE Systems Hawk 132 is the advanced jet trainer used to train fighter pilots before they fly combat jets. • Wrong-option analysis: B Pilatus: incorrect type; C Kiran: incorrect type; D Mirage: incorrect type.
Which of these is a maritime patrol aircraft used by the Indian Navy?
Correct Answer: A. P-8I Poseidon
• **The** = The Boeing P-8I Poseidon is a specialized maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare aircraft. • **Data/Significance** — The Boeing P-8I Poseidon is a specialized maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare aircraft. • Wrong-option analysis: B Tejas: incorrect type; C Jaguar: incorrect type; D MiG-29: incorrect type.