Coast Guard to induct 38 aircrafts by 2020
The Indian Coast Guard has proposed to induct 38 more aircraft and helicopters into its fleet by 2020 above its existing fleet strength of 62 to boost its surveillance and search, and rescue capabilities. In this regard, the maritime security will sign a contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to procure 16 Advanced Light Helicopters (ALHs).