Pics: "Prachand", The First India-Made Light Combat Helicopter
The Light Combat Helicopter (LCH), developed by state-run aerospace major Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), has been primarily designed for deployment in high-altitude regions
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The Light Combat Helicopter (LCH), developed by state-run aerospace major Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), has been primarily designed for deployment in high-altitude regions
The defence ministry said that the 5.8-tonne twin-engine helicopter has already completed various weapons firing tests. The defence ministry had said 10 helicopters would be for the IAF and five will be for the Indian Army.
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While the vintage MiG 21 will finally be phased out by 2025, including one squadron based in Srinagar retiring in the next few months, the future plans to have a modern fleet are not encouraging.