Archive · 11 Dec 2025

Dhruv Helicopters Await Key Modifications Before Resuming Flights

Dhruv Helicopters Await Key Modifications Before Resuming Flights

The Indian Coast Guard and Navy have some special helicopters called Dhruv.

These helicopters need a small but important part fixed to make them safer.

This part, called the Non-Rotating Swashplate Bearing, helps the helicopter's blades move.

The helicopters will be fixed in groups over the next few months.

This is because a few helicopters had problems recently, and one even crashed.

The helicopters for the Army and Air Force don't need this fix.

The Dhruv helicopters have been used for a long time and have flown many hours, but this is the first time this specific part had a problem.

The fix will help the helicopters handle the tough conditions they face, like landing on ships and being near salty sea water.

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