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Context:

Recently, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has renamed its Hindustan Jet Trainer (HJT-36) to Yashas.
This follows major upgrades which enhance performance, flight characteristics, & avionics.
The renaming ceremony took place at Aero India 2025.

Upgrades and Enhancements

Feature	Key points
Performance Upgrades	It enhanced departure characteristics & spin resistance, with a wider flight envelope for safer training.
Avionics and Cockpit	New ultra-modern cockpit with Multi-Function Displays (MFDs) & Head-Up Display (HUD) for real-time data.
Indigenous Components	Old imported components was replaced by indigenous Line Replaceable Units (LRUs), reducing cost.
Weight Reduction	Aircraft weight is reduced while enhancing functionality for improved efficiency.
Engine	It is powered by FADEC-controlled AL-55I jet engine for better thrust management & reliability in training.

Operational Capabilities

Capability	Key Points
Training Role	It is Designed for Stage II training, including complex maneuvers, aerobatics, & counter-insurgency operations.
Armament Training	It can carry up to 1,000 kg of armament, suitable for counter-surface force operations.
Aerobatics	Ideal platform for advanced aerobatic training, enhancing pilot skills.
Single-Point Ground Refueling	It is equipped with a single-point refueling system for quicker turnaround times during operations.

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is an Indian state-owned aerospace and defense company
It was established in 1940 as Hindustan Aircraft Limited but It was renamed Hindustan Aeronautics Limited in 1964.
It is one of the largest & oldest aerospace companies in Asia

Source: The hindu

PRACTICE QUESTION

Q.With reference to HAL’s upgraded Hindustan Jet Trainer 36, renamed ‘Yashas’, consider the following statements:

HAL renamed the Hindustan Jet Trainer (HJT-36) to ‘Yashas’ after major performance upgrades.
HAl was established in 1935 as Hindustan Aircraft Limited but It was renamed Hindustan Aeronautics Limited in 1964.
The Yashas is designed for Stage I training, focusing on basic maneuvers.
Yashas is powered by a FADEC-controlled AL-55I jet engine for better thrust management.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1, 2, and 3 only
(b) 1, 2, and 4 only
(c) 2 and 4 only
(d) 1 and 4 only

Answer: (d)

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: HAL renamed the HJT-36 to ‘Yashas’ after upgrades.
Statement 2 is incorrect: It was established in 1940 as Hindustan Aircraft Limited but It was renamed Hindustan Aeronautics Limited in 1964.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Yashas is designed for Stage II training, not Stage I.
Statement 4 is correct: It uses the FADEC-controlled AL-55I jet engine for better thrust management.