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• The Indian Army is planning to phase out its aging Cheetah and Chetak helicopters starting in 2027 and is considering light utility helicopters (LUH) as replacements.

• The Army is looking at phasing out its ageing fleet of Cheetah and Chetak choppers starting 2027, and considering induction of the light utility helicopters as the replacement besides exploring the option of leasing.

• The Army Aviation Corps is currently operating around 190 Chetak, Cheetah and Cheetal helicopters and is also planning to raise one more brigade.

https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/defence/army-av...

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