Civil Aviation Minister Urges Pawan Hans to Expand Helicopter, Seaplane Services

October 16, 2026 11:49 AM

Civil Aviation Minister Urges Pawan Hans to Expand Helicopter, Seaplane Services

Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has called on Pawan Hans to expand helicopter operations, revive seaplane services and explore emerging technologies such as electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to strengthen India's aviation sector. Addressing the 42nd Foundation Day celebrations of Pawan Hans in New Delhi on Thursday, the Minister highlighted the company's potential to improve regional connectivity, provide emergency medical services and promote religious touri...

Ladakh resumes helicopter services to boost connectivity in winter months

September 30, 2026 12:17 PM

Ladakh resumes helicopter services to boost connectivity in winter months

The Ladakh administration has restarted subsidised single-engine helicopter services from Leh to seven destinations across the Union Territory to strengthen intra-UT air connectivity and improve access to remote and far-flung areas during harsh winter months, an official spokesman said on Wednesday. The services, which recommenced from September 29, are being operated by Pawan Hans Limited under a Wet Lease Agreement supported by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), the spokesman said. He...