Kerala: Coast Guard Chopper faces rough weather; Makes a precautionary landing. Bharat News
New Delhi: A coast guard helicopter on a regular coastal patrol made a precautionary landing at a college ground in Kerala on Thursday, which after facing rough weather, defense release said that according to the news agency PTI. Chetak helicopter was returning from patrol when he faced disturbed circumstances. As a security measure, the crew landed at the football ground of St. Gregorios Dental College in Chelad, near Kothamangalam in Ernakulam district.Chetak helicopter is a mild utility helicopter used by the Indian Armed Forces on a large scale, including the Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard. It is a licensed version of the French Arospatial Alote III built in India by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) since the 1960s. Known for its versatility and reliability, chestak is mainly used for search and rescue (SAR), coastal monitoring, casualties, training and light transport operations. Its ability to operate in various environment, including the sea, desert and high -height areas, makes it a valuable property in India’s military services.Although Chetak is a proven workheors, it is gradually being phased as new, more advanced helicopters such as halls enter the pole and foreign acquisition service. However, Chetak is active in many operating roles due to its agility, simple maintenance and reliable performance. It is particularly favored for short-range maritime petrols and coastal security missions, such as where she recently makes a precautionary landing due to rough weather in Kerala.
