Dhruv-NG Helicopter

On 30th December 2025, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) successfully completed the inaugural flight of the Dhruv New Generation (Dhruv-NG) helicopter in Bengaluru, marking a key step towards its entry into the civil aviation market.

  • During the event, HAL received certification from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) for the indigenous manufacturing of the Shakti civil engine, clearing a critical milestone for full helicopter certification.
  • Designed and manufactured in India, the Dhruv NG is a 5.5-tonne, light twin-engine, multi-role helicopter, engineered to operate across diverse and challenging Indian terrains.
  • The helicopter currently has 65% indigenous content, with HAL aiming to raise indigenisation levels ....
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