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  Hindustan Aeronautics Rudra

• Reg: IA-2182 photos
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• Airline: India - Army
• Photo Date: Feb 08, 2013
• Uploaded: Feb 19, 2013
• Yelahanka Air Force Station - VOYK, India

The Rudra (named after the Hindu god of Storms) is a weaponized version of the Dhruv helicopter. Powered by the same Shakti engine as the Dhruv, the Rudra carries a swing 20mm French Nexter gun, air-to-air (MBDA Mistral) and air-to-ground (mostly NAG missiles) short range missiles and a Belgian 70mm rocket system. The Rudra is also equipped with SAAB supplied Integrated Defensive Aids Suite (IDAS) with Electronic Warfare self-protection, fully integrated into the glass cockpit. Rudra was formally handed over to the Indian Army during Aero India 2013. Also, an issue that has plagued events held in India can be seen just behind the Rudra - stray dogs. Another notable event to face issues with stray dogs is the Budhh International Expressway which hosts the Indian Formula 1 Grand Prix.

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