Historic first: Cap Hansja Sharma becomes first woman pilot to fly Rudra armed helicopter

2026-01-28 - 16:30

Captain Hansja Sharma has made history. She is the Indian Army's first woman pilot qualified to fly the Rudra Armed Helicopter. This marks a significant milestone for Army Aviation. Captain Sharma recently led the 251 Army Aviation Squadron during the Army Day Parade 2026. She hails from Jammu and topped her training course.