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From Shakti, Aravalli to HTSE-1200: How India is developing its own desi helicopter engines from attack to cargo
India’s aerospace propulsion journey is moving beyond licensed production towards joint development and indigenous engine design, with the expansion of Shakti helicopter engine manufacturing marking the latest milestone. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated a second Shakti production line at HAL’s Koraput division, which will manufacture up to 100 engines annually once fully operational.
Self-reliance in aero-engines foundation of India's aerospace sovereignty: Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh recently celebrated the remarkable milestone of HAL's Koraput Division delivering its 2,000th aero-engine. This new Shakti engine line is set to manufacture up to 100 engines each year, reinforcing military readiness. He emphasized the necessity of developing indigenous capabilities for defense projects, notably the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft, while calling for strengthened ties with MSMEs and educational institutions, highlighting Odisha's pivotal role in the aerospace industry.
From Swiggy delivery agent to restaurant owner: Bengaluru entrepreneur shares his journey
Koushik Kharvi worked for nine years as a delivery agent before starting his own seafood business. His experience included hiding his job from friends due to stigma associated with delivery work. After reflecting on his past, Kharvi now runs a food truck offering Mangalorean seafood in Bengaluru. Social media users responded positively to his journey, emphasizing the dignity of all work.
She left IAF after 10 years to support family, then lost husband in MiG-21 crash; Supreme Court backs her reinstatement
After leaving the Indian Air Force in 2013 to support her family, Squadron Leader Priyanka Saxena sought a return to service after her husband, an IAF fighter pilot, was killed in a MiG-21 crash in 2021. The Supreme Court has now ordered her reinstatement, allowing her to resume service after one year of refresher training while counting her earlier decade of service.
HAL shares rise nearly 3% as GE Aerospace delivers 3 more F404 engines for Tejas Mk1A
HAL shares rose nearly 3% after GE Aerospace delivered three F404-IN20 engines in August for India’s LCA Tejas Mk1A programme. The deliveries come amid prolonged supply delays, as HAL works to fulfil Indian Air Force orders for 180 Mk1A fighters. HAL currently has an annual production capacity of 24 aircraft, with engine supplies critical to ramping up production.
Abhinandan Varthaman quits IAF: How FLY91 hired the fighter pilot who shot down Pakistan's F-16 with an older-gen fighter jet
Abhinandan varthaman retired: Former IAF Group Captain and Vir Chakra awardee Abhinandan Varthaman has joined Goa-based regional airline FLY91 as a commercial pilot after leaving the Indian Air Force and obtaining the required NOC from the Defence Ministry. As per reports, he has obtained a NOC from the defence ministry for transition from fighter pilot to a commercial pilot.
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Actor Madhavan salutes TCS techie-turned Indian Air Force female pilot Bhawana Kanth, India's first woman 'Top Gun'
Actor R Madhavan, who is set to appear in GDN, recently lauded Bhawana Kanth for her historic achievement as the first woman FCL aviator. Kanth had earlier made headlines after participating in India’s Republic Day parade and was among the first three women fighter pilots to be commissioned in 2016. Madhavan had once aspired to serve in the armed forces but exceeded the eligible age limit, despite gaining military exposure through his NCC training with British soldiers.
Who is Bhawana Kanth? How a former TCS techie became India's first woman 'Top Gun' combat pilot
Squadron Leader Bhawana Kanth earned the "Top Gun" title after completing a rigorous combat pilot course. Captain Shivani Sehrawat became the first woman officer appointed Aide-de-Camp to the Army chief. Kanth is among the first women fighter pilots commissioned into the Indian Air Force. She previously qualified for daytime combat missions on the MiG-21 Bison aircraft. These achievements mark significant progress for women in India's armed forces.
Kargil: Mirage 2000, MiG-21s deployed under Op Safed Sagar turned tide of war in India's favour
Operation Safed Sagar utilized precision bombs, striking intruders at high altitudes. Mirage 2000 jets delivered a decisive blow, hastening enemy withdrawal from strategic heights. MiG-21s and MiG-27s also supported air operations during the Kargil conflict. Helicopters provided crucial casualty evacuation and transport aircraft supplied forward airfields. The IAF's role turned the tide of the war in India's favor.
MiG-21: The Soviet born jet that became India’s national pride & fought against Pakistan
The Indian Air Force retired the MiG-21 after six decades of service. The MiG-21 played a key role in wars with Pakistan and other conflicts. It was also built in India, boosting defence capabilities. Despite its success, the MiG-21 had a high crash rate. The farewell event included flypasts and displays.
MiG-21 flies for the last time as India retires iconic fighter after 63 years
The Indian Air Force retired its iconic MiG-21 fleet at Chandigarh Air Base. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and top military officials attended the decommissioning ceremony. Inducted in 1963, the MiG-21 served for six decades. It played a crucial role in the 1971 war with Pakistan. The aircraft trained generations of fighter pilots and participated in various conflicts.
IAF workhorse MiG-21 makes final sorties at Nal; Farewell in Chandigarh on September 26
The Indian Air Force bid farewell to its MiG-21 fighter jets at Bikaner. Air Chief Marshal A P Singh flew the final sorties. The MiG-21 served for 62 years and played a key role in wars. It will be replaced by Tejas, Rafales, and Su-30s. A formal retirement ceremony will be held in Chandigarh.
'When will this flying coffin be removed from our fleet?' Varun Gandhi on MiG-21 crash
The IAF said the aircraft was on a sortie from Utarlai air base and the accident took place at around 9.10 pm in which both the pilots lost their lives. "The whole country is shocked and saddened by the incident in Barmer yesterday. For a few years now, the MiG-21 has been involved in frequent accidents. The aircraft alone has claimed the lives of about 200 pilots," Gandhi said in a tweet in Hindi.
Indian Air Force to retire all squadrons of MiG-21 Bison aircraft by 2025
MiG-21s had been the mainstay of the IAF for a long time and the 51 squadron is famous for thwarting Pakistan's aerial attack on India on February 27, 2019. However, the aircraft had a very poor safety record and the air force has been replacing the MiG-21 fighter jets with more capable aircraft like the Su-30 and the indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA).
Indian Air Force Chief RKS Bhadauria flies 'missing man' formation in tribute to Squadron Leader Abhinav Choudhary
The Chief of Air Staff flew the sortie at the Suratgarh air force station in Rajasthan. The No. 23 Squadron, popularly known as Panthers, is based in Suratgarh.
Indian Air Force Group Captain who died in air crash cremated
The accident took place around 10:50 on Wednesday morning when the aircraft was taking off for a combat training mission, IAF officials had said. A court of inquiry has been ordered to ascertain the cause of the crash.
Seasoned fighter pilot dies in MiG-21 ‘Bison’ crash
The old Soviet-origin MiG-21s, the first truly supersonic fighters to be inducted by the IAF in 1963, in particular, have had a high crash rate over the years and should have been retired long ago. Of the 872 MiG-21s progressively inducted by IAF, over 400 have crashed since 1971-72.
MiG-21 military jet crashes near Serbia's border with Bosnia, one pilot dead
he ministry said the MiG-21 plane was on a "regular" flying mission and that a search and rescue team has been sent to the scene of the 9a.m. (0700GMT) crash near the village of Brasina.
Indian Air Force MiG-21 crashes near Nal in Rajasthan, pilot safe
The pilot ejected and is reportedly safe. Further details are awaited. A CoI will be set up to investigate the cause of the accident.
MIG-21 fighter aircraft crashes in Kashmir, pilot dead
A MIG-21 fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force crashed in Bijbehara area of Anantnag district in Kashmir, killing the pilot.
IAF to phase out MiG 21 FL combat aircraft on December 11
The iconic Mig-21 FL fighter jet which dealt severe blows to Pakistan Air Force in the 1971 war, will be phased out from the IAF on Wednesday.
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