Indian Air Force successfully tests DRDO’s Military Combat Parachute System at 32,000 feet altitude
The parachute, developed indigenously by DRDO, is currently the only system in operational use by the Indian armed forces capable of deployment above 25,000 feet.
MCPS has been developed by DRDO laboratories – Air Delivery Research and Development Establishment, Agra and Defense Bioengineering and Electromedical Laboratory, Bengaluru.
It has several advanced tactical features, such as a lower descent speed and superior steering capabilities, allowing paratroopers to safely exit the aircraft, deploy parachutes at predetermined altitudes, navigate accurately, and land in designated areas.
The statement further stated that the system is compatible with Indian Constellation Navigation, provides freedom of use against any adversary of our choosing and is not susceptible to interference/denial of service by external parties/nations.
The success of the test will ensure that the parachute system delivers maximum benefits throughout its life due to minimal turnaround time for routine maintenance and repair compared to imported equipment, the ministry said. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO, armed forces and industry for the successful demonstration. He described it as a significant milestone in India’s indigenous defense capability. Dr Samir V Kamat, Secretary, Ministry of Defence, R&D and Chairman, DRDO, lauded the DRDO team participating in the demonstration and termed it as a major step towards self-reliance in the field of airborne delivery systems.
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