Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

DRDO successfully carried out a high-speed rocket-sled trial of an indigenous fighter jet escape system at the Rail Track Rocket Sled facility in Chandigarh. This system is crucial for safeguarding pilots during emergencies, and the test validated essential components such as canopy separation, ejection sequencing, and safe recovery. The trial involved collaboration with HAL and ADA, reinforcing the coordinated effort behind India’s aviation safety advancements. Dynamic tests like these replicate real-world flight conditions more accurately than static trials, enabling engineers to ensure the system’s reliability. The achievement strengthens India’s defence self-reliance and places the country among a select group capable of testing such advanced escape technologies.