DRDO's Rocket Sled Test Pushes Fighter Jet Safety to New Heights
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In a significant breakthrough for India's indigenous defence capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully tested a high-speed fighter aircraft escape system. The trial, conducted at the Rail Track Rocket Sled (RTRS) facility in Chandigarh, demonstrated the accuracy and safety of the pilot-ejection mechanism under extreme conditions. The test, which reached speeds of 800 km/h, validated three critical components of a modern escape system: canopy severance, ejection sequencing, and complete aircrew recovery. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO and its partners on the achievement, hailing it as a major milestone in India's push towards self-reliance in defence technologies. This breakthrough comes as India continues to strengthen its indigenous defence capabilities, with Defence DRDO chairman Samir V Kamat highlighting the success of Operation Sindoor, a complex mission conducted in May. The operation showcased the effectiveness of indigenous military systems, including the Akash missile and BrahMos cruise missile, in supporting Indian soldiers. As India's defence-modernisation drive gains momentum, the success of this rocket sled test underscores the country's growing capabilities in developing cutting-edge defence technologies. With institutes like the Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT) playing a key role in developing these indigenous capabilities, India is poised to become increasingly self-reliant in its defence needs.
