This formidable missile system has empowered all three wings of the armed forces with impeccable anti-ship and land attack capability. BrahMos has proved its mettle once again as the best supersonic cruise missile system in the world,” Sudhir Mishra, CEO & MD of BrahMos Aerospace, said. DRDO chief S Christopher also congratulated the IAF, BrahMos team and DRDO scientists involved in the successful mission. India on Friday successfully test fired the over 290-km range BrahMos land-attack supersonic cruise missile. The unique BrahMos weapon system on numerous occasions has established its supremacy in the world of supersonic cruise missile, a statement by the BrahMos Aerospace, a joint venture of India and Russia, said.

Source: Indian Express May 27, 2016 07:27 UTC