Weapon Systems Branch in Indian Air Force
Source : PIB
GS III : Internal Security
What is discussed under Weapon Systems Branch in Indian Air Force?
- About Weapon System Branch
Why in News ?
The government has given the green light for the establishment of a Weapon System branch for officers in the Indian Air Force (IAF).
Key Facts
- To operate all ground-based and specialised airborne weapon systems, the WS branch would require the unification of all weapon
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- Surface-to-Surface missile operators, Surface-to-Air missile operators, remotely piloted aircraft operators, and weapon system operators in twin/multi-crew aircraft would all fall under the purview of this branch.
- The branch will contribute immensely by enhancing the war fighting capability of the Indian Air Force.
- Over Rs 3,400 crore will be saved as a result of this branch’s creation thanks to lower costs associated with flying instruction.
- This is an effort to synergise operational requirements which differ from active flying.
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