HAL to hand over Tejas trainers, HTT-40 aircraft and Dhruv NG helicopters to IAF, Pawan Hans

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd will deliver trainer aircraft and helicopters to the Indian Air Force and Pawan Hans. The handover ceremony is scheduled for September 18 in Bengaluru, with key ministers attending. This event highlights India's growing self-reliance in aerospace and defence manufacturing capabilities. The induction of these platforms aims to strengthen domestic aerospace and reduce foreign dependence. Senior officials from defence and civil aviation ministries will also be present.