The Indian Air Force (IAF) is to purchase 64 light combat helicopters (LCHs) worth $1.4bn from Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL).
The two-engine, 5.5t LCH has undergone several test flights, and will be used to destroy UAVs, slow-moving aircraft, enemy air defences, tanks and escort troop-carrying helicopters.
Go deeper with GlobalData
The LCH will be equipped with air-to-air missiles, 20mm guns, unguided rockets and cluster bombs, grenade launchers and anti-radiation missiles.
The helicopter will also be armed with an Helina missile with an extended range of 7km, missile warning systems, anti-missile countermeasures and night-attack-capable cockpit displays.
Deliveries are scheduled to take place by 2013-2014, according to Defense News.
The IAF is operating at 74% of its helicopter requirements, since most of its helicopter fleet has reached its life expectancy.
How well do you really know your competitors?
Access the most comprehensive Company Profiles on the market, powered by GlobalData. Save hours of research. Gain competitive edge.
Thank you!
Your download email will arrive shortly
Not ready to buy yet? Download a free sample
We are confident about the unique quality of our Company Profiles. However, we want you to make the most beneficial decision for your business, so we offer a free sample that you can download by submitting the below form
By GlobalData
