IAC returns after successful maiden sea voyage

On8 August 2021, the Indigenous Aircraft Carrier ( IAC) ‘ Vikrant’ successfully accomplished its maiden sea voyage for which she had sailed on 4 August 2021 from Kochi. Trials progressed as planned and system parameters proved satisfactory. The carrier will continue to undergo series of sea trials to prove all equipment and systems prior handing over the vessel to the Indian Navy.

During the maiden sailing, ship’s performance, including hull, main propulsion, power generation and distribution (PGD) and auxiliary equipment were tested. The trials, which were reviewed by Vice Admiral AK Chawla, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief Southern Naval Command on the last day, have progressed as planned and system meters have proved satisfactory.