Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), has handed over three Advanced Light Helicopters (ALHs) to the Indian Army on Friday at Aero India 2019.
The company entered into a contract with the Indian Army for 40 ALH (22 ALH Mk III and 18 Mk IV Rudra) in August 2017. Of the 22 ALH Mk III helicopters, 19 helicopters have already been produced and will be progressively delivered.
The Advanced Light Helicopter (Dhruv) is a multi-role, new generation helicopter in the 5.5-ton weight class, indigenously designed and developed by HAL. Powered by two Shakti engines, it provides superlative performance throughout its flight envelope. It is suited for a high-speed cruise for rapid deployment and to maximise the area of operations. The basic helicopter is produced in skid version and wheeled version. In the wheeled version, options for fixed and retractable undercarriages are available.
