DRDO Successfully Tests Indigenous Life Support System for Tejas Aircraft
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | DRDO Conducts High-Altitude Trial of Integrated Life Support System for Tejas Aircraft |
| System Name | Integrated Life Support System (ILSS) |
| Technology Used | On-Board Oxygen Generating System (OBOGS) |
| Test Conducted By | DRDO's DEBEL Lab |
| Aircraft Used for Testing | LCA-PV-3 (HAL/ADA) |
| Maximum Altitude Tested | 50,000 feet |
| Certifying Authority | CEMILAC |
| Potential for Other Aircraft | MiG 29K and other series |
| Manufacturing Partner | Larsen & Toubro (L&T) |
| Indigenous Content | 90% |
| Key Benefits | Eliminates need for liquid oxygen, ensures real-time oxygen generation |