Flying by after 89th Air Force Day at Hindon AFS.

On display outside the HAL Pavilion at Aero India 2021. In keeping with the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision, the emphasis was on rotary-wing platforms, with HAL showcasing its indigenously built helicopters. Successor to the much used SA-315B Cheetah that provides a lifeline to the Indian Army at Siachen, the Cheetal is powered by the Turbomeca TM 333-2M2 with FADEC that replaces the Artouste IIIB turboshaft engine. It is designed for better climb performance, higher payload and increased range.

Modified armed combat variant of the SA-315 Cheetah.

Modernised variant of the HAL Cheetah fitted with Turbomeca TM333-2M2 engine. HAL logo and airshow number are on rear fuselage and are not visible in this photo.

Modified armed combat variant of the SA-315 Cheetah.

Modified armed combat variant of the SA-315 Cheetah.

Upgraded Lama with more powerful M333 engine, armour and armament called Cheetal or in English: Lancer.