SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), India’s premier aerospace and defence company, has initiated a significant step toward enhancing the survivability and combat efficiency of its Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) fleet by issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the co-development of an advanced Electronic Warfare (EW) Suite. This project is spearheaded by HAL’s Strategic Electronics Research & Design Centre (SLRDC) in Hyderabad and marks an essential move to boost the indigenous capabilities of India’s defence sector.
The LCH, developed by HAL, is specifically designed for high-altitude warfare, equipped to operate effectively in diverse and challenging environments, from the mountainous regions along India’s borders to low-altitude operations. Equipped with a variety of weaponry, including air-to-air missiles, anti-tank guided missiles, and rockets, the LCH has been optimized for offensive and defensive roles. However, the growing spectrum of threats in modern warfare necessitates a robust EW system to enhance mission survivability.
An advanced EW Suite will empower the LCH with the capability to detect, identify, and counter multiple threats, particularly in hostile environments where adversaries may deploy radar, infrared, and other sophisticated tracking systems. This includes protection against missile threats, radar-guided weapon systems, and electronic surveillance, which are critical in high-stakes operational scenarios.
With the addition of an advanced EW Suite, the LCH’s operational capability will be elevated significantly. The EW system will allow the helicopter to operate in high-threat environments, providing essential countermeasures against radar-guided threats and improving its overall resilience. This is particularly valuable for missions in high-altitude areas along India’s borders, where adversaries are equipped with advanced surveillance and missile systems.
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