Helicopter

Ten people were killed on Tuesday after two helicopters collided in mid-air during a rehearsal for a Royal Malaysian Navy parade, the navy said in a statement.

Lok Sabha elections 2024: Ensuring the logistical aspect of the election process, authorities have deployed 41 helicopters, 84 special trains, and nearly 1 lakh vehicles to help in transportation of polling and security personnel across various constituencies.

Election officials in Tamil Nadu's Nilgiris checked a helicopter carrying Congress MP Rahul Gandhi. The incident occurred while Rahul Gandhi was travelling to Wayanad, his Lok Sabha constituency, in Kerala.
 

Demand for rental helicopters and aeroplanes has surged by 25% as India's Lok Sabha elections approach, driving prices to double their normal rates. Chartered flight rates have soared from 4.5 lakhs to 5.25 lakhs per hour, while helicopter rentals climbed from 1.5 lakhs to 3.5 lakhs per hour. Private jet demand has doubled, particularly in key states like Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and Tamil Nadu.

Afghanistan legend Mohammad Nabi's son showcased his skills by emulating the iconic helicopter shot, famously associated with former Indian skipper and CSK legend MS Dhoni.

In response to the video, where Tejashwi Yadav and Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) chief Mukesh Sahni were seen enjoying fish in a helicopter after a campaign, BJP leader and union minister Giriraj Singh criticised Yadav, labeling him as a "seasonal sanatani."

An Indian Air Force Apache helicopter conducted a precautionary landing during a training exercise in Ladakh due to challenging terrain and high altitude, resulting in damage. Fortunately, both pilots were safely evacuated. The Indian Air Force initiated a court of inquiry to determine the cause.

The Indian Air Force (IAF) conducted the inaugural test run of a 3.5 km long emergency landing strip on the Jammu-Srinagar national highway in Bijbehara, Anantnag. This marked the first Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) drill in Jammu and Kashmir, involving five helicopters including the newly introduced US-manufactured Chinook.

Political parties gearing up for the Lok Sabha elections in South India are driving a surge in demand for private aviation services, particularly helicopters and jets. Bookings are soaring, with the BJP reserving over a hundred aircraft for campaign purposes. This surge in demand raises concerns about the availability and cost of non-political VVIPs. 

The relocation aims to bolster the IAF's capabilities for search and rescue operations, Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR), and casualty evacuation. This move follows the recent commissioning of INS Jatayu, a new naval base in the Lakshadweep archipelago, reinforcing the Indian Navy's presence in strategically important areas

TMC RS MP Saket Gokhale filed a complaint against PM Narendra Modi with the Election Commission, alleging a violation of the code of conduct for using an IAF helicopter during a political rally in Andhra Pradesh. Fact-checking revealed that EC's guidelines allow for exceptions in security-related matters for the Prime Minister.

The helicopters, procured from US defence company Boeing, will be received starting from May, with a delivery delay of three months. The squadron's establishment follows Indian Army pilots and technicians completing training in the United States

Ahead of the IPL 2024 season, Rishabh Pant's stellar performance in Delhi Capitals' practice session grabs attention as he flawlessly executes MS Dhoni's iconic Helicopter shot.

The deal includes Operational Role Equipment and signifies a step towards indigenization in defence manufacturing. Additionally, a contract was signed with Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) for the procurement of 693 Armament Upgrades of Infantry Combat Vehicle BMP2 to BMP2M

As India gears up for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, a surge in demand for private jets and helicopters is anticipated, allowing political leaders to campaign more efficiently across the country. This surge is expected due to the limited timeframe for campaigning and the need to cover vast geographical areas