SARAS MARK 2

About:

• The state-of-the-art brake by wire electro-hydraulic braking system is developed for the first time in India for civil aircrafts by NAL which is part of CSIR labs.
• Digital Anti-Skid Braking System integration on SARAS Mark 2 will benefit operation from airfields with short runways to boost regional air connectivity.
• SARAS Mark 2 aircraft is being developed by NAL. The Central Government had sanctioned the SARAS-Mk2-19 seat Light Transport project to NAL in June 2019.
• The Indian Air Force has already committed to induct 15 SARAS Mk 2 aircraft.
• It is also considered the most versatile aircraft of its class for connecting remotely located Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities and towns under UDAAN Scheme.
• The first flight of SARAS Mk 2 is planned for December 2024.