Bhopal, October 1: An Indian Air Force (IAF) Advanced Light Helicopter, Dhruv made a precautionary landing near Bhopal on Sunday, due to a technical glitch. According to IAF, the crew is safe and a team is on the way to look into the technical issues.

According to the official, the incident took place when the helicopter was on a routine training mission. The pilot noticed the technical glitch and decided to make a precautionary landing in an open field near Bhopal. There were no casualties or injuries reported in the incident. The IAF has launched an inquiry into the incident to determine the cause of the technical issues. Indian Air Force Aircraft Makes Emergency Landing in Bhopal Due to Technical Snag, All Six Persons on Board Safe (Watch Video).

Investigation of technical glitches is underway. More information is awaited. The ALH Dhruv is a multi-role helicopter that is used by the IAF for a variety of missions, including transport, search and rescue, and combat support. It is one of the most advanced helicopters in the IAF's inventory.

IAF Helicopter Dhruv Makes Precautionary Landing

According to Hindustan Aeronautic Limited,  the indigenously designed and developed Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH-DHRUV) is a twin-engine, multi-role, multi-mission new generation helicopter in the 5.5-ton weight class. The basic Helicopter is produced in the skid version and wheeled version. IAF Aerial Display in MP: Chinook Helicopters Showcase Thrilling Aerobatic Performances in Bhopal As Indian Air Force Mark Its 91st Anniversary (Watch Videos).

Dhruv is “type –Certified” for Military operations by the Centre for Military Airworthiness Certification (CEMILAC) and for civil operations by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).

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