Prelims Facts 20 April 2021 – IAS Current Affairs

Prelims Facts 20 April 2021 is an extra read for UPSC IAS Prelims exam. Major events are :

1. Indian Naval Air Squadron (INAS) 323

Indian Naval Air Squadron (INAS) 323

• The first unit of the indigenously built ALH Mk III aircraft, was commissioned into the Indian Navy.
• The commissioning of INAS 323 marked another milestone in the efforts towards enhancing maritime security and safeguarding maritime interests of the nation.
• It also embodying the spirit of Atma Nirbhar Bharat.

Indian Naval Air Squadron (INAS) 323 ALH Mk III

• A multirole helicopter with Shakti engine manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).
• Mk III version of the ALH has an all glass cockpit
• It will be used for Search and Rescue, Special Operations and Coastal Surveillance.
• 16 aircraft are under procurement and the aircraft are being delivered in a phased manner to the Indian Navy.

Source : PIB

Current Affairs : Daily Current Affairs 20 April 2021