India is making strides toward independently launching astronauts to space. While the attention is currently on India’s Chandrayaan-3 Vikram lander and Pragyan rover on the moon, the Indian Space ...

The Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) has successfully conducted a high-speed rocket-sled test of a fighter aircraft escape system at precisely controlled velocity of 800 km/h, ...

The DRDO has successfully carried out a high-speed rocket-sled test of a fighter jet escape system at a controlled speed, confirming key safety features such as full aircrew recovery, PTI reported.

Chandigarh [India], December 2 (ANI): The Defence Research and Development Organisation on Tuesday successfully carried out a high-speed rocket-sled test of a fighter aircraft escape system at the ...

The test was executed at a precisely controlled velocity of 800 km/h, replicating real combat-level ejection forces and proving that the escape system can ensure pilot survival even during high-speed ...

The tests are part of the nation's Gaganyaan human spaceflight program. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. India is making strides ...