SOURCE: AFI
At the 15th Biennial Aero India International Seminar held in Bengaluru, the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) received the baseline configuration of the Astra Weapon System for series production from the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). This significant milestone was achieved in the presence of the Hon’ble Raksha Rajya Mantri (RRM), the Secretary of the Department of Defence R&D, Chairman of DRDO, and senior officials from the Indian Air Force (IAF).
The Astra Weapon System is a state-of-the-art, indigenously developed air-to-air missile system that enhances the operational capabilities of the Indian Air Force. Designed to engage a variety of aerial targets, the Astra system is built to meet the evolving defense requirements of the IAF, offering superior range, accuracy, and reliability.
This milestone marks the successful completion of the development phase of the Astra system and paves the way for its mass production. The baseline configuration received by BDL will serve as the foundation for the series production, ensuring that the Astra system meets the rigorous standards expected by the IAF.
The Astra Weapon System, which has been developed under the leadership of DRDO, marks a leap forward in India’s indigenous missile technology. With its advanced features and capabilities, the missile will significantly bolster the IAF’s air superiority and increase its operational flexibility in combat scenarios.
The transfer of the baseline configuration for series production also indicates that the missile has undergone extensive testing and validation, confirming its readiness for large-scale manufacturing and operational deployment.
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