Chandipur: A new version of the Akash missile was successfully flight-tested Monday from the integrated test range at Chandipur, officials said.
The missile – ‘Akash Prime’ – intercepted and destroyed an unmanned aerial target mimicking an enemy aircraft in its maiden flight test, they said
The flight testing took place at around 4:30 pm, the officials said.
“In comparison to the existing Akash system, Akash Prime is equipped with an indigenous active RF seeker for improved accuracy. Other improvements also ensure more reliable performance under a low-temperature environment at higher altitudes,” said an official.
The modified ground system of the existing Akash weapon system was for the flight test. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has congratulated the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Indian Army, Indian Air Force and other stakeholders on the successful trial of the Akash prime missile.
PTI