{"id":56376,"date":"2026-08-27T20:04:42","date_gmt":"2026-08-27T14:34:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=56376"},"modified":"2026-08-27T20:04:44","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T14:34:44","slug":"indigenous-military-combat-parachute","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/","title":{"rendered":"Indigenous Military Combat Parachute Tested by DRDO in Ladakh"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span 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ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#Indigenous_military_combat_parachute_system_successfully_tested_by_DRDO_in_Ladakh_at_22000_feet_marking_a_major_milestone_in_Indias_defence_indigenisation_efforts\" >Indigenous military combat parachute system successfully tested by DRDO in Ladakh at 22,000 feet, marking a major milestone in India\u2019s defence indigenisation efforts.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#Successful_High-Altitude_Trial_in_Ladakh\" >Successful High-Altitude Trial in Ladakh<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#Indigenous_System_Demonstrates_Operational_Capability\" >Indigenous System Demonstrates Operational Capability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#Importance_for_Special_Military_Operations\" >Importance for Special Military Operations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#Progress_Towards_Defence_Self-Reliance\" >Progress Towards Defence Self-Reliance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#Significance_of_ADRDE_and_DRDO\" >Significance of ADRDE and DRDO<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#Why_this_News_is_Important\" >Why this News is Important<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#Important_for_Defence_and_Security_Examinations\" >Important for Defence and Security Examinations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#Important_for_the_Aatmanirbhar_Bharat_Theme\" >Important for the Aatmanirbhar Bharat Theme<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#Important_for_Geography_and_Strategic_Studies\" >Important for Geography and Strategic Studies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#Historical_Context_Development_of_Indigenous_Combat_Parachute_Systems\" >Historical Context: Development of Indigenous Combat Parachute Systems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#Evolution_of_Indias_Aerial_Delivery_Capability\" >Evolution of India\u2019s Aerial Delivery Capability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#Earlier_Military_Combat_Parachute_System_Trials\" >Earlier Military Combat Parachute System Trials<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#Role_of_Aerial_Delivery_Research_and_Development_Establishment\" >Role of Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#Key_Takeaways_from_DRDOs_Ladakh_Parachute_Test\" >Key Takeaways from DRDO&#8217;s Ladakh Parachute Test<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#1_What_is_the_Military_Combat_Parachute_System_MCPS\" >1. What is the Military Combat Parachute System (MCPS)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#2_Which_organisation_tested_the_indigenous_MCPS\" >2. Which organisation tested the indigenous MCPS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#3_Which_DRDO_laboratory_developed_the_MCPS\" >3. Which DRDO laboratory developed the MCPS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#4_Where_was_the_latest_MCPS_trial_conducted\" >4. Where was the latest MCPS trial conducted?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#5_At_what_altitude_was_the_high-altitude_trial_conducted\" >5. At what altitude was the high-altitude trial conducted?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#6_What_was_the_approximate_temperature_during_the_trial\" >6. What was the approximate temperature during the trial?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#7_What_was_the_altitude_at_which_the_parachute_system_was_deployed\" >7. What was the altitude at which the parachute system was deployed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#8_At_what_altitude_did_the_test_jumpers_land\" >8. At what altitude did the test jumpers land?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#9_Which_indigenous_support_systems_were_used_during_the_trial\" >9. Which indigenous support systems were used during the trial?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#10_Why_is_the_MCPS_test_important_for_government_exam_aspirants\" >10. Why is the MCPS test important for government exam aspirants?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indigenous-military-combat-parachute\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indigenous_military_combat_parachute_system_successfully_tested_by_DRDO_in_Ladakh_at_22000_feet_marking_a_major_milestone_in_Indias_defence_indigenisation_efforts\"><\/span>Indigenous military combat parachute system successfully tested by DRDO in Ladakh at 22,000 feet, marking a major milestone in India\u2019s defence indigenisation efforts.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Successful_High-Altitude_Trial_in_Ladakh\"><\/span>Successful High-Altitude Trial in Ladakh<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully tested its indigenously developed <strong>Military Combat Parachute System (MCPS)<\/strong> at the Nyoma-Mudh Drop Zone in Ladakh. The latest trial was conducted under extreme high-altitude conditions, marking another important milestone in India\u2019s efforts to strengthen indigenous defence technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The test was carried out at an altitude of <strong>22,000 feet above mean sea level<\/strong>, where temperatures were around <strong>minus 15 degrees Celsius<\/strong>. Such conditions make the trial particularly significant because high-altitude military operations involve challenges such as low atmospheric pressure, reduced oxygen availability, freezing temperatures and difficult landing conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indigenous_System_Demonstrates_Operational_Capability\"><\/span>Indigenous System Demonstrates Operational Capability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The indigenous Military Combat Parachute System was designed and developed by the <strong>Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment (ADRDE)<\/strong>, a DRDO laboratory based in Agra. During the Ladakh trial, ADRDE test jumpers carried out the high-altitude jump using the MCPS and associated indigenous support systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The parachute system was deployed at around <strong>20,000 feet<\/strong>, and the jumpers subsequently landed safely at approximately <strong>13,700 feet<\/strong>. The successful demonstration highlighted the reliability, operational effectiveness and tactical employability of the indigenous system in demanding mountain conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The trial also involved indigenous supporting equipment, including a <strong>para computer, oxygen system and specialised jumpsuits<\/strong>. This reflects India\u2019s effort to develop an integrated ecosystem of indigenous equipment for specialised airborne operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_for_Special_Military_Operations\"><\/span>Importance for Special Military Operations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Military Combat Parachute System is designed to support the tactical insertion of military personnel into designated operational areas. Such systems are especially important for special operations conducted in difficult terrain or locations where conventional ground access may be limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">High-altitude parachuting allows trained personnel to exit an aircraft at significant altitudes and navigate towards a predetermined landing area. Depending on operational requirements, such systems can support different types of specialised military insertion operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For India, the successful test in Ladakh is strategically important because the country operates in some of the world\u2019s most challenging high-altitude regions. Indigenous systems capable of functioning reliably in extreme environments can improve operational preparedness and reduce dependence on foreign defence equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Progress_Towards_Defence_Self-Reliance\"><\/span>Progress Towards Defence Self-Reliance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The successful MCPS trial also supports the broader objectives of <strong>Aatmanirbhar Bharat<\/strong> and defence indigenisation. Developing specialised military equipment within India can reduce dependence on imported systems and strengthen domestic defence research and manufacturing capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The latest Ladakh test builds upon earlier trials of the MCPS. In <strong>October 2025<\/strong>, the indigenous system successfully underwent a combat freefall jump from an altitude of <strong>32,000 feet<\/strong>. The achievement demonstrated the advanced high-altitude capability of the parachute system and represented an important step in India\u2019s development of indigenous aerial delivery technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_of_ADRDE_and_DRDO\"><\/span>Significance of ADRDE and DRDO<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment (ADRDE)<\/strong> plays an important role in the development of aerial delivery systems and parachute technologies. The laboratory works under DRDO, which is India\u2019s premier organisation for defence research and development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The successful testing of the indigenous Military Combat Parachute System in Ladakh demonstrates India\u2019s growing capability in developing advanced equipment for airborne and specialised military operations. It is also important for government exam aspirants because the news connects major themes such as <strong>DRDO, defence indigenisation, Aatmanirbhar Bharat, military technology, high-altitude operations and Ladakh\u2019s strategic importance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"indigenous-military-combat-parachute\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcS-pomYc4PABx9s3uvhKTc3x_gCuaZR6x2A-Ah1nET2xA&amp;s=10\" alt=\"indigenous military combat parachute\" title=\"indigenous military combat parachute\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">indigenous military combat parachute<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_this_News_is_Important\"><\/span>Why this News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_for_Defence_and_Security_Examinations\"><\/span>Important for Defence and Security Examinations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The successful high-altitude test of the Military Combat Parachute System is important for aspirants preparing for defence-related examinations because it demonstrates India\u2019s progress in indigenous military technology. Questions may be asked about the organisation that conducted the trial, the laboratory that developed the system, the location of the test and the extreme conditions under which it was conducted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students should remember that the test took place at the <strong>Nyoma-Mudh Drop Zone in Ladakh<\/strong>, at an altitude of <strong>22,000 feet above mean sea level<\/strong> and at a temperature of around <strong>minus 15 degrees Celsius<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_for_the_Aatmanirbhar_Bharat_Theme\"><\/span>Important for the Aatmanirbhar Bharat Theme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Defence indigenisation is an important topic for UPSC, State PCS, SSC, banking and other government examinations. The development of the MCPS reflects the objective of increasing India\u2019s self-reliance in strategically important defence technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Indigenous defence systems can help reduce dependence on imported equipment, improve maintenance capabilities and strengthen domestic research and manufacturing. The development of specialised systems within India is particularly important during military operations because access to foreign equipment and spare parts may be uncertain during conflicts or geopolitical disruptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_for_Geography_and_Strategic_Studies\"><\/span>Important for Geography and Strategic Studies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The news is also relevant from the perspective of the strategic importance of Ladakh. The region contains extremely high-altitude terrain, and military personnel operating in such environments face significant challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">High-altitude operations require specialised equipment capable of functioning in freezing temperatures, low atmospheric pressure and oxygen-deficient conditions. Therefore, the successful MCPS trial demonstrates the importance of developing technologies suited to India\u2019s geographical and strategic environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_Development_of_Indigenous_Combat_Parachute_Systems\"><\/span>Historical Context: Development of Indigenous Combat Parachute Systems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolution_of_Indias_Aerial_Delivery_Capability\"><\/span>Evolution of India\u2019s Aerial Delivery Capability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India has gradually expanded its indigenous capability in aerial delivery and parachute technologies through DRDO laboratories. The ADRDE has played an important role in developing systems for personnel and military equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DRDO\u2019s indigenous aerial delivery technologies include systems for combat freefall operations and heavy military equipment drops. These technologies are important for deploying personnel, vehicles, ammunition and other supplies into operational areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Earlier_Military_Combat_Parachute_System_Trials\"><\/span>Earlier Military Combat Parachute System Trials<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The development of the MCPS has involved multiple demonstrations and trials. DRDO had earlier reported successful combat freefall jumps using the indigenous system at high altitudes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In October 2025, the MCPS successfully underwent a combat freefall jump from <strong>32,000 feet<\/strong>, demonstrating its capability for extremely high-altitude deployment. The system incorporated advanced tactical features such as improved steering and a lower rate of descent. The system also has compatibility with <strong>Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC)<\/strong>, supporting India\u2019s indigenous satellite navigation ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Role_of_Aerial_Delivery_Research_and_Development_Establishment\"><\/span>Role of Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment (ADRDE), Agra<\/strong>, is a DRDO laboratory associated with the development of aerial delivery technologies. It has contributed to indigenous parachute and aerial delivery systems designed for military requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The development and testing of the MCPS demonstrate the increasing importance of specialised indigenous defence technologies as India seeks to strengthen self-reliance in military research, equipment and operational capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_DRDOs_Ladakh_Parachute_Test\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from DRDO&#8217;s Ladakh Parachute Test<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>1<\/td><td>DRDO successfully tested the indigenous Military Combat Parachute System (MCPS) in Ladakh.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The trial was conducted at the Nyoma-Mudh Drop Zone in the Leh district of Ladakh.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>The test jump was carried out from an altitude of 22,000 feet above mean sea level in temperatures of around minus 15 degrees Celsius.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The MCPS was designed and developed by DRDO\u2019s Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment (ADRDE), Agra.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The development supports India\u2019s defence indigenisation and Aatmanirbhar Bharat objectives.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">indigenous military combat parachute<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_Military_Combat_Parachute_System_MCPS\"><\/span>1. What is the Military Combat Parachute System (MCPS)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Military Combat Parachute System is an indigenous parachute system developed for specialised military airborne operations and tactical insertion of personnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Which_organisation_tested_the_indigenous_MCPS\"><\/span>2. Which organisation tested the indigenous MCPS?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)<\/strong> tested the indigenous Military Combat Parachute System.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Which_DRDO_laboratory_developed_the_MCPS\"><\/span>3. Which DRDO laboratory developed the MCPS?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The system was developed by the <strong>Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment (ADRDE), Agra<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Where_was_the_latest_MCPS_trial_conducted\"><\/span>4. Where was the latest MCPS trial conducted?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The trial was conducted at the <strong>Nyoma-Mudh Drop Zone in Ladakh<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_At_what_altitude_was_the_high-altitude_trial_conducted\"><\/span>5. At what altitude was the high-altitude trial conducted?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The test was carried out at an altitude of approximately <strong>22,000 feet above mean sea level<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_was_the_approximate_temperature_during_the_trial\"><\/span>6. What was the approximate temperature during the trial?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The trial was conducted in extreme cold conditions, with temperatures around <strong>minus 15 degrees Celsius<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_was_the_altitude_at_which_the_parachute_system_was_deployed\"><\/span>7. What was the altitude at which the parachute system was deployed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The parachute system was deployed at approximately <strong>20,000 feet<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_At_what_altitude_did_the_test_jumpers_land\"><\/span>8. At what altitude did the test jumpers land?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The test jumpers landed at around <strong>13,700 feet<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Which_indigenous_support_systems_were_used_during_the_trial\"><\/span>9. Which indigenous support systems were used during the trial?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The trial involved indigenous equipment such as a <strong>para computer, oxygen system and specialised jumpsuits<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Why_is_the_MCPS_test_important_for_government_exam_aspirants\"><\/span>10. 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