Indian Air Force Completes BrahMos Missile Integration on Su-30MKI Fleet
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Indian Air Force (IAF) integrates BrahMos missile with 40 Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jets |
| Key Development | Strengthens long-range precision strike capability; enhances stand-off attack range. |
| Missile System | BrahMos supersonic cruise missile (air-launched variant). |
| Platform | Su-30MKI (Backbone of IAF, ~270 in service; manufactured by HAL under license). |
| Operational Range | Su-30MKI: ~3,000 km; BrahMos missile: ~450 km strike range. |
| Capabilities | Targets land/naval assets; Mach 2.8-3.0 speed; evades enemy air defenses. |
| Specifications | BrahMos missile weight: ~2.5 tonnes; Type: Supersonic cruise missile. |
| Future Upgrade | BrahMos-NG (Next Generation): Lighter, AI-guided, multi-platform compatibility (under development by DRDO & BrahMos Aerospace). |
| Strategic Significance | Bolsters India's indigenous defense preparedness and deep-strike capabilities. |