ISRO completes IADT 02 test for Gaganyaan proving crew parachute safety

Published on 24 April 2026

Parachute system cleared after a critical air drop test

ISRO has successfully completed IADT-02, the second Integrated Air Drop Test for the Gaganyaan mission. The test validated the Crew Module’s parachute deceleration system, a key requirement for safely bringing India’s first human spaceflight crew back to Earth. The program targets sending a three-member crew into orbit next year and returning them safely.

ISRO cleared IADT-02 for the Gaganyaan mission
Test validated the Crew Module parachute deceleration system
Successful results strengthen plans for next year’s human spaceflight

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ISRO completes IADT 02 test for Gaganyaan proving crew parachute safety

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