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Context: HAL gets DGCA nod for new variant of passenger aircraft Hindustan 228-201 LW

Details:

Features:

This variant of Hindustan 228-201 LW has maximum take-off weight of 5,695 kg with 19 passengers.
Being in the sub-5,700 kg category, this variant offers several operational benefits for operators

Benefits:

This variant provides several operational benefits for operators, such as reduced pilot qualification requirement enabling pilots with Commercial Pilot Licence to fly the aircraft, enhanced availability of pilot pool for the aircraft, and reduced operational cost
In addition, the new variant will result in reduced training requirements for flying and ground crew, including aircraft maintenance engineers.

PRACTICE QUESTION

Q) Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to Hindustan 228-201 LW?

a. It has been developed by DRDO.

b. This variant provides reduced pilot qualification requirements.

I. Only a

II. Only b

III. Both a and b

IV. Neither a nor b

Answer: Option II