ADRDE is a pioneer R&D lab of DRDO for the Design and Development of Aerodynamic Decelerators, Aerostat Systems. The charter of duties of the establishment includes development of Paratrooper Parachute Systems, Aircrew Parachute System, Ammunition Parachute System , Brake Parachute, Recovery Parachute System, Aerial Delivery Parachute Systems, Heavy Drop Systems, Inflatable Systems, Airship Technologies and Aircraft Arrester Barrier System etc.
ADRDE is an ISO 9001:2015 certified lab. This establishment has been responding well to meet the ever increasing requirements of the Services & Space organisation by developing state-of-the-art systems.
ADRDE celebrated its Golden jubilee on 20.01.2019 to commemorate 50 years of glorious service to Nation.