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PM Modi hands over made-in-India light combat helicopters to IAF
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hand over locally produced military hardware, including light combat helicopters (LCHs), unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and electronic warfare systems for warships, to the armed forces on November 19 at a function in Jhansi as part of celebrations marking India’s 75th year of independence, emphasising the government’s focus on achieving self-reliance in the defence sector.
The PM will present the LCH, designed and developed by state-run plane maker Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), to Indian Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari, and UAVs manufactured by local startups to army chief General MM Naravane, according to a statement issued by the defence ministry on Monday.
The three-day event will be inaugurated on November 17 by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
“LCH incorporates advanced technologies and stealth features and is designed to perform roles such as enemy air defence destruction, counterinsurgency, search and rescue, and anti-tank operations.” It is the world’s only attack helicopter capable of landing and taking off at an altitude of 5,000 metres.
HAL has not yet received the LCH contract from the defence ministry for supplying helicopters to the IAF and army, but that has not stopped it from manufacturing and delivering helicopters to the two services. Its transfer to IAF indicates that the contract will be signed soon.
HAL is awaiting a contract for 15 limited series production (LSP) helicopters and anticipates additional orders, as the IAF and army have a combined projected requirement of 160 LCHs. The initial 15 LSP helicopters approved for purchase by India’s apex defence procurement body, the defence acquisition council (DAC), are for the IAF and five for the army.
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Qatar Airways Cargo and Japan Airlines Expand Cargo Partnership
Qatar Airways Cargo, the world’s leading air cargo carrier, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Japan Airlines Cargo (JALCARGO), a pioneer in Japanese aviation, to strengthen their partnership and enhance services for cargo customers.
This milestone builds on their long-standing collaboration as oneworld alliance partners and follows Japan Airlines’ recent launch of daily passenger flights between Tokyo Haneda and Doha’s Hamad International Airport.
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The expanded partnership is set to improve cargo operations between the two carriers, qatar airways seat map ensuring seamless transfers and a more efficient shipping process for customers.
As part of the agreement, both airlines will work together to optimize their network connections, explore new areas of cooperation, and enhance operational synergies.
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Starting next year, qatar airways Cargo will introduce dedicated freighter services between its hub in Doha and Japan Airlines’ hub at Tokyo Narita Airport, further boosting cargo capacity and connectivity.
This partnership aims to increase trade flows between Japan and Qatar Airways’ global network. Over the past year, both carriers handled over 4,462 tonnes of cargo between Japan and various destinations,qatar airways web check in and this figure is expected to grow significantly under the new agreement.
By combining their strengths, Qatar Airways Cargo and JALCARGO are poised to deliver enhanced value to customers and contribute to the economic growth of both regions.
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