On March 22, 2024, ISRO achieved a milestone with the successful landing of the RLV ‘Pushpak’ at the Aeronautical Test Range in Challakere near Chitradurga in Karnataka.
- The mission aimed to demonstrate the autonomous landing capabilities of the reusable vehicle.
- Costing over Rs 100 crore, the RLV was carried by an Indian Air Force Chinook Helicopter to 4.5 km altitude before being released mid-air.
- Utilizing advanced navigation systems and radar altimeter, the RLV autonomously approached and landed on the ATR air strip, simulating space re-entry conditions.
- This historic feat marked the first time a vehicle was carried to altitude by a helicopter and autonomously landed on a runway, showcasing significant advancements in space technology.
Q: What is the name of the first Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) successfully tested by ISRO?
A) RLV Viman
B) RLV-TD
C) RLV-Mk3
D) RLV ‘Pushpak’
Ans : D) RLV ‘Pushpak’
Q: Where is the Aeronautical Test Range (ATR) located, where the RLV test was conducted?
A) Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
B) Bengaluru, Karnataka
C) Hyderabad, Telangana
D) Challakere, Karnataka
Ans : D) Challakere, Karnataka
