HAL to build new light utility helicopter for Indian Army

The Indian company Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) will now manufacture Light Utility Helicopters (LUH) for the Indian Air Force and Army. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited will be manufacturing close to 200 helicopters that are indigenously designed and developed to meet the operational requirements of Indian Army and Indian Air Force. These light utility helicopters will replace the old Cheetah and Chetak helicopters included in the Army fleet.

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This is a momentous occasion for HAL. It reinforces our commitment towards indigenous R&D programs on self-reliance and enhancing operational effectiveness of the Indian Armed Forces. HAL is fully geared up to fulfill the requirements of its customers in a time bound manner.