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ISRO Successfully Conducts RLV-LEX 3 Landing Experiment.

Science & Technology | Dated: 02 Apr 2026

Pushing the boundaries of reusable space technology, ISRO completely nailed the third autonomous landing experiment (RLV-LEX 3) of its Reusable Launch Vehicle. The unmanned vehicle autonomously executed an extremely precise, high-speed landing on a runway in Karnataka.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The experiment simulated the exact approach and landing conditions from space.
  • It was dropped from an Indian Air Force Chinook helicopter at 4.5 km altitude.
  • This massive success takes India closer to operating space shuttles.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Mission: RLV-LEX 3.
  • Vehicle: Reusable Launch Vehicle.
  • Agency: ISRO.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

ISRO recently completed the third autonomous landing experiment of its Reusable Launch Vehicle. What is the code name of this mission?

Correct Answer: RLV-LEX 3

🚀 Quick Recap:

About RLV-LEX

  • Full Form - Reusable Launch Vehicle Autonomous Landing Experiment
  • Location - Chitradurga, Karnataka