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INS Vikrant completes sea trials, set for commissioning next month

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<strong>The Indigenous Aircraft Carrier Vikrant – a shining example in India's quest for 'AatmaNirbhar Bharat' and 'Make in India Initiative' – successfully completed its fourth phase of sea trials on Sunday.</strong></p>
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Integrated trials of a majority of equipment and systems onboard including some of the Aviation Facilities Complex equipment were undertaken. The ship's delivery is being targeted by the end of this month, followed by the commissioning of the ship in August to commemorate the ongoing 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav'.  </p>
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The IAC, having more than 76 per cent of indigenous content, has led to growth in indigenous design and construction capabilities, besides the development of a large number of ancillary industries, with employment opportunities for over 2000 CSL personnel and about 12000 employees in ancillary industries.</p>
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The maiden sea trials of IAC were successfully completed last August, followed by the second and third phases in October and January. During these three phases of sea trials, endurance testing of propulsion machinery, electrical and electronic suites, deck machinery, lifesaving appliances, and ship's Navigation and Communication systems was undertaken.</p>
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