Akash Air Force Launcher

The Akash Air Force Launcher (AAFL) is an Indian mobile launcher platform jointly developed by Tata Advanced Systems and DRDO for the Akash air-defense missile family. Tata describes the self-powered, trailer-mounted launcher as capable of transporting and launching up to three Akash missiles in single or salvo mode, with all-weather day/night operation and four AAFLs making up an Akash firing unit.

Akash Air Force Launcher, Mobile launcher system for Akash medium-range surface-to-air missiles, Air Defense

Image source: Tata Advanced Systems Akash Air Force Launcher

Profile

Origin: India
Built by: Tata Advanced Systems
Type: Mobile launcher system for Akash medium-range surface-to-air missiles
Designer: Tata Advanced Systems / DRDO

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Specifications

Missiles carried: Up to 3 Akash missiles
Launch mode: Single or salvo
Mounting: Self-powered electro-mechanical launcher on a trailer towed by a prime mover
Automation: Fully automated checkout and auto-launch capability
Stabilization: Electro-mechanical outrigger jacks with auto-leveling
Operating environment: All-weather day/night operation in harsh terrain
Fire unit role: Four AAFLs form one Akash firing unit

Service And Conflict Use

Service History

In service: Launcher element within Akash firing units
Used by: Indian Air Force

Akash Missiles Launched

Tata Advanced Systems identifies the AAFL as the launcher platform for Akash medium-range surface-to-air missiles.

Launched item

Item type

Launch evidence

Surface-to-air missile system

The official product page says the AAFL can transport and launch up to three Akash missiles in single or salvo mode.

Sources: Tata Advanced Systems Akash Air Force Launcher

Akash Air Force Launcher Images

Akash Air Force Launcher, Mobile launcher system for Akash medium-range surface-to-air missiles, Air Defense - view 1 — Source: Tata Advanced Systems Akash Air Force Launcher

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Sources

Tata Advanced Systems Akash Air Force LauncherPublisher: Tata Advanced Systems | Note: Supports official background, manufacturer context, launcher specifications, image provenance, and the Akash launcher relationship described on the product page. | Accessed: 2026-06-23