"Dream, Dream, Dream! Conduct these dreams into thoughts, and then transform them into action."
- Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
"Dream, Dream, Dream! Conduct these dreams into thoughts, and then transform them into action."
- Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
2 Dec 2022
An Indian Coast Guard Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Mk-III squadron was commissioned by D G V S Pathania at ICG Air Station, Chennai on November 30, providing a significant boost to further reinforce the Coast Guard Region East.
The helicopter will give the Indian Coast Guard a much-needed boost in the security-sensitive waters around Tamil Nadu and the Andhra region. The unique thing about this helicopter is that it can transform from an offensive platform with a powerful machine gun to a benign one that is carrying an intensive care unit to assist in the transport of critically ill patients.
One thing that makes us proud is the fact that this super-advanced machine with state-of-the-art features has been indigenously manufactured. The Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) company manufactures the ALH Mk-III helicopters, which are equipped with cutting-edge technology such as advanced radar and electro-optical sensors, Shakti engines, high-intensity searchlights, and advanced communication systems. With the help of these functions, the helicopter can operate from ships during the day and at night, conducting maritime surveillance and long-range search and rescue missions.
A total of 16 ALH Mk-III planes have been gradually added to the Indian Coast Guard and four of them are currently stationed in Chennai. The commissioning of this cutting-edge aircraft is a sign of the helicopter manufacturing industry's breakthrough toward self-reliance
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