ANTI-SUBMARINE MH-60R HELICOPTER -UPSC Current Affairs

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Context

Indian Navy achieved a unique feat as an MH-60 'Romeo' multi-mission helicopter landed on INS Vikrant, enhancing its anti-submarine warfare, surveillance, anti-shipping, and search and rescue capabilities.

About the helicopter

MH60R helicopter is a versatile platform known for its exceptional ASW, surveillance, anti-shipping, and search and rescue capabilities
MH-60R helicopter manufactured by Lockheed Martin Corporation is an all-weather helicopter designed to support multiple missions with state-of-the-art avionics and sensors.

Significance

Its integration with Indian Navy warships would further strengthen the Navy's capability to counter underwater threats, monitor maritime activities and conduct surveillance operations.

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PRACTICE QUESTION

Q) How many of the following statements with reference to INS Vikrant is/are correct?

1. It is the country’s maiden indigenous aircraft carrier.

2. While the design was done with help from Italy, the Russians collaborated in designing and developing the aviation complex.

3. It has 100 per cent indigenous content - from design to steel used in construction to key weapons and sensors.

Correct Answer: 2