IAF Signs Procurement Contract For Indigenous VR-Based Mirage-2000 Part-Task Trainer
AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication
The Indian Air Force has signed a procurement contract for a virtual‑reality‑based Part‑Task Trainer (PTT) for its Mirage‑2000 fleet, moving the iDEX‑developed solution from trial to operational use. The trainer, created by New Delhi start‑up Threye Interactive under the Ministry of Defence’s iDEX framework and the Defence India Start‑Up Challenge‑5, combines VR, flight simulation and real‑time networking on a compact PC platform. It supports individual and group training in both VR and non‑VR modes, focusing on specific cockpit functions and mission elements rather than full‑flight replication. Completed trials demonstrated its ability to rehearse combat manoeuvres, systems operations and large‑force engagements without using live aircraft, thereby preserving airframe life and cutting costs. The system’s modular design also allows adaptation for other aircraft and includes a separate AR/VR ground‑crew trainer that simulates maintenance tasks with fault insertion and real‑time feedback.
💡 Why It Matters
- · By shifting routine Mirage‑2000 training to an immersive, low‑cost simulator, the IAF can keep more fighters mission‑ready while slashing wear‑and‑tear expenses.
