HAL Light Combat Helicopter of Indian Air Force

HAL Light Combat Helicopter of Indian Air Force

HAL Light Combat Helicopter of Indian Air Force. This is a development model of Dhruv Helicopter. Its predecessor manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) as well. Picture shown the rotorcraft while preparing to liftoff runway. As its name, the light combat helicopter is a multirole helicopter with special ability on attacking role. HAL claims it able to detect slow moving aerial targets as well as ground attack. Certain options can make this machine into anti-tank and scouting helicopter. Sometimes Indian Air Force use this as search and rescue mission. Currently, Indian Army and Indian Air Force have placed order for more than 175 helicopter. They will receive in the next coming years. HAL also equips the helicopter with advanced avionics as well as armaments. For example, sophisticated sensor suite and laser designator. Guided bombs and missiles also can be installed if needed.