The helicopter carrying Indian Defense Chief Bipin Rawat is one of the most reliable helicopters of the Indian Air Force. Not only military officers, but also the President and Prime Minister of the country use MI-17V5 helicopters. But Bipin Rawat died in that helicopter crash.
Indian Helicopter MI-17V5 carrying Bipin Rawat
After his death, various Indian media outlets reported on the performance of the MI-17V5 helicopter. This has been discussed on NDTV's prime time show. It was said on that show, that it was imported from Russia. However, it was specially designed for India. According to the Times of India, the helicopter was added to the Indian Air Force in 2012. NDTV reported about it that year. It was said that although the helicopter looks old, it is quite modern.
The radar in this helicopter can detect the weather at a distance of 600 km. It uses two engines. The MI-17V5 helicopter is also used for surveillance and attack. This helicopter can also launch missile. Weapons such as machine guns are also used in the helicopter. This helicopter is capable of flying long distances. It specializes in flying in mountainous areas; Although it was destroyed in the hilly areas yesterday. This helicopter could carry up to four tons. Wherever there was a fire, it was used for firefighting. It can carry three thousand liters of water. It was used to extinguish a forest fire in Uttarakhand in 2016. The MI-17V5 helicopter has automatic flight system. In other words, by planning a flight, that information can be entered into the computer of the helicopter through the pen drive. Then the auto pilot and computer together can automatically deliver the helicopter to the destination. This is why it is the helicopter of choice for Indian military officials.
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