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Source: The post on Successful Flight Tests of VSHORADS by DRDO is based on the article “DRDO successfully flight-tests 4th Generation Very Short Range Air Defence System at Pokhran Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan” published in “PIB” on 7th October 2024.
Why in the News?
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted three flight-tests of the advanced 4th Generation Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS). The tests were carried out on October 03 and 04, 2024, at the Pokhran Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan.
Key Test Outcomes
The trials demonstrated the missile system’s critical capabilities, including:
i) Maximum Range and Altitude: Interception capabilities against high-speed aerial targets at maximum range and altitude.
ii) Hit-to-Kill Repeatability: Successful engagement of targets in various scenarios, such as approaching, receding, and crossing targets.
About VSHORADS system
| Aspects | Description |
| About | The VSHORADS missile system is a fourth generation man-portable air-defense system (MANPADS). Note: MANPADS (Man-portable air-defense systems) are portable surface-to-air missiles designed to be operated by an individual or a small team. |
| Developed by | Research Centre Imarat (RCI) in collaboration with other DRDO laboratories and other industry partners |
| Features | 1. It is meant for neutralising low altitude aerial threats at short ranges. 2. The missile has many novel technologies including Dual-band IIR Seeker, miniaturised Reaction Control System and integrated avionics. 3. It is more portable and lightweight than the other missile systems in the Army’s arsenal. |
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