The Navy, in association with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), undertook guided flight trials of the first indigenously developed naval anti-ship missile, the officials said. Pics/ Defence PRO
Updated On: 2023-11-21 08:14 PM IST
Compiled by : Asif Ali Sayed
The successful guided flight trials of the first indigenously developed naval anti-ship missile were undertaken from seaking 42-B helicopter
The Indian Navy also shared a post on its official X handle. The Navy also shared pictures of the successful trials
In a post on X from its official handle, the Navy said, "This firing is a significant step towards achieving self-reliance in niche missile technology, including seeker and guidance technologies"
The missile was first tested in May 2022
According to an official statement issued after the maiden flight test, the missile employs several new technologies, including an indigenously developed launcher for the helicopter
The missile guidance system includes a state-of-the-art navigation system and integrated avionics