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- 1 DRDO Officially Transfers Authority for P-7 Parachute System to DGQA
DRDO Officially Transfers Authority for P-7 Parachute System to DGQA
Formal Handover of AHSP for P-7 Parachute System
DRDO’s ADRDE Delivers AHSP to DGQA
The Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA) has received the Authority Holding Sealed Particulars (AHSP) for the P-7 Parachute System from the Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment (ADRDE) in a formal ceremony.
P-7 Parachute System Designed for Indian Armed Forces
DRDO’s Innovative Solution for Rapid Payload Delivery
Developed by ADRDE, the P-7 Parachute System is tailored to support the operational requirements of the Indian Armed Forces by ensuring the swift and safe delivery of heavy payloads.
Manufacture and Capabilities of the P-7 Parachute System
Advanced Production by Gliders India Limited
The P-7 Parachute System, capable of airdropping loads of up to 9.5 tons from IL-76 aircraft at high altitudes, is manufactured by Gliders India Limited (Ordnance Parachute Factory) in Kanpur.
Deployment and Utilization in Indian Army Operations
Enhancing Mobility and Readiness in High-Conflict Zones
The P-7 Parachute System enables the Indian Army to rapidly deploy crucial equipment like Light Field Guns and Jeeps directly into border areas and high-conflict zones, enhancing their operational mobility and readiness.
Induction and Order of P-7 Parachute Systems
Successful Induction into Indian Armed Forces
Following successful General Staff Evaluation, the P-7 Parachute System has been officially inducted into the Indian Armed Forces, with an initial order for 146 units placed with GIL (OPF), Kanpur.