DRDO to participate at Aero India 2019 in Bengaluru

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New Delhi : The 12th edition of Aero India 2019, the International Aerospace and Defence Exhibition will be held from February 20 to 24, at Yelahanka, Bengaluru. The mega event organised biennially has already carved a niche for itself globally as a premier aerospace exhibition in the world.

Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) is participating at this mega exposition in a big way and will be showcasing around 250 systems, technologies, working models and innovations in all formats i.e. indoor, outdoor and live display. More than twenty four laboratories under different technology clusters of DRDO connected to the aerospace and aeronautics are displaying their products and showcasing their achievements. The participating clusters are – Aeronautical Systems, Missiles, Armaments & Combat Engineering, Electronics & Communication Systems, Micro electronics Devices & Computational Systems, Naval Systems & Materials and Life sciences.

In the Indoor Pavilion, scaled models of LCA-Tejas variants viz., Airforce Mark-1, Medium Weight Fighter, Naval Variants and also Trainer variants are displayed. In addition, scaled model of twin engine stealth aircraft namely AMCA (Advance Medium Combat Aircraft) is being displayed with audio-visual effect. The DRDO is also showcasing proven expertise in the field of Fighter aircraft Simulators design & development as well 360 degree immersive virtual experience kiosks and both these facilities will offer an insightful experience. In addition, DRDO is also displaying demonstrative Virtual Design, Assembly and servicing of LCA Tejas aircraft virtual reality experience centre which will offer near real life experience to the visitors.

The outdoor display includes the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas, Limited Series Production version aircraft and Rustom-2 of 1:1 size. In addition, DRDO is also showcasing models of its proven products as well as futuristic Advanced Fighter aircraft with stealth features at the prestigious India Pavilion. Models of missiles developed by DRDO including Astra, QRSAM, MRSAM, Brahmos, will be showcased to emphasise the advances made in missile systems. Besides the model of the upcoming MWF (Medium Weight Fighter) is being unveiled for the first time.

The highlight of DRDO’s participation at aero show is the aerial display of LCA Tejas by the 45th Squadron and flight display Airborne Early Warning & Control System (AEW&C).

Interactions with scientists, technologists and test pilots have also been planned by DRDO for the benefit of students and young entrepreneurs taking part at the show.  A special event has also been organized on 23 February 23 to showcase the achievements made by the DRDO Women Scientists in the Aerospace sector.

As a prelude to Aero India 2019, DRDO in association with the Aeronautical Society of India (AeSI), is organising the 12th Aero India International Seminar on February 18-19, 2019, at Bengaluru. This year the theme of the seminar is “Emerging Frontiers in Aerospace Technologies”, according to a PIB release.