IAF Tests ‘Type V Heavy Drop System’ Developed By DRDO
The Indian Air Force successfully tested the Type V Heavy Drop System and hailed it a big success as part of the 'Make in India' initiative.
The Type V Heavy Drop System would aid in the transportation and parachute drop of armaments, equipment, and ammunition weighing up to 20 tons.
The Type V Heavy Drop System was created and developed at the Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment, Agra (DRDO), according to officials.
The Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment, Indian Armed Forces, and Airbornics Defence and Space Pvt. Ltd. (Defence Division of JCBL) worked together to complete the testing.
The Type V Heavy Drop System
The C-17, C-130, and other C-series aircraft can deploy the Type V Heavy Drop System.
It has a platform and a distinctive multistage parachute system, as well as eight main canopies, three extractor parachutes, one drogue parachute, and electrical, electronic, mechanical, and latching systems.
The heavy drop system's platform is built of a unique aluminium metal.
Meanwhile, preparations for the Type V Heavy Drop System's entry into the Indian Armed Forces have been completed.
