Question: Name the first indigenously developed basic trainer aircraft by HAL the prototype of which is recently displayed.
(a) HPT-32
(b) HPT-40
(c) HPT-42
(d) HPT-60
Ans (b)
Related facts:
- On 2 February 2016, the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has rolled-out the first prototype of indigenously developed basic trainer aircraft named Hindustan Turboprop Trainer (HTT-40).
- Hindustan Turboprop Trainer (HTT-40) will act as a replacement for the Indian Air Force’s retired HPT-32 Deepak as a basic trainer.
- The HTT-40 will be an all-metal tandem seat aircraft powered by a 950 hp (708 kW) turbo-prop
Reference:
http://www.hal-india.com/Product_Details.aspx?Mkey=54&lKey=&CKey=69