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Komal gupta

07/12/21 14:05 PM IST

Source: PIB

Successful Flight Test of Vertical Launch Short Range Surface to Air Missile

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Vertical Launch Short Range Surface to Air Missile was successfully flight tested by Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) from Integrated Test Range, Chandipur, off the coast of Odisha.

About the missile

  • The launch was conducted from a vertical launcher against an electronic target at a very low altitude.
  • The launch of the system was conducted to validate integrated operation of all weapon system components including the vertical launcher unit with controller, canisterised flight vehicle, weapon control system etc. required for future launches of the missile from Indian Naval Ships.
  • The first trial was conducted on 22 February 2021 and this is confirmatory trial to prove the consistent performance of the configuration and integrated operation.         
  • This system will further enhance defence capability of Indian Naval Ships against aerial threats, and also has paved the way for integration of weapon system onboard Indian Naval Ships.

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