By Jagran News Edited By: Rajesh Sharma Updated: Sat, 18 Oct 2025 02:11 (IST) Successful landing of SW-80 microlight aircraft took place at Bhuntar Airport in Kullu, as a result NCC cadets will no longer have to go to Patiala for training. This historic moment has brought new hope to the youth of Himachal Pradesh. The work of the NCC pilot is almost complete, and soon the cadets will get training in Kullu itself, which will boost their time and confidence. SW 80 aircraft reached Bhuntar Airport in Kullu. Jagran Samvad Associate, Kullu. Today was a historic moment for the youth of Himachal Pradesh. When an SW-80 Virus microlight aircraft was allotted to HP Air Squadron NCC, Kullu made a successful trial landing at Kullu-Manali Airport (Bhuntar Airport). The successful trial landing of flying training of NCC Air Wing has instilled new hope and enthusiasm among the cadets who have been waiting for aviation training for a long time. NCC pilot work at Bhuntar airport nears completion. The successful landing of SW-80 Virus microlight aircraft at Kullu-Manali Airport (Bhuntar Airport) will prove to be a milestone for the district. Remove Advertisement Read Only News HP Air Squadron NCC Commander Wing Commander Kunal Sharma said that HP Air Squadron NCC has requested the State Education Department and District Administration to expeditiously complete the pending MOU with Airport Authority of India. He said it is very important to sign the MoU to realize the dream of providing flying training to NCC cadets in Kullu itself. This aircraft was earlier based at Patiala as a functioning hangar was not available at Kullu. The successful flight and landing took place under his guidance. This successful flight was done by Group Captain A. Bhardwaj, Commander, 3 Punjab Air Squadron NCC, Patiala and Wing Commander Kunal Sharma. The execution of this successful flight in the mountainous and complex air route is a testament to the high level of planning, efficiency and professionalism of the NCC Air Wing. This historic landing has not only become a moment of pride and confidence for the NCC family, but also a source of inspiration for the cadets of HP Air Squadron NCC, who are now dreaming of future flights in the skies of Kullu Valley. Successful take-off and landing on challenging terrain He said that the SW-80 Virus microlight aircraft of NCC Air Wing has made successful take-off and landing on the challenging terrain of Kullu-Manali Airport for the first time. This flight is not only a proof of technical skill and excellent planning but also became a dream-giving moment for the NCC cadets. No need to go to Patiala, cadets will be able to undergo training in Himachal. NCC cadets had to go to Patiala for air training, but with this initiative, cadets from the state will get an opportunity to get air training here in the coming time. This will save valuable time and study of the students and will also increase their enthusiasm and confidence. Successful flight and landing of SW-80 Virus microlight aircraft reached Bhuntar Airport. Now the NCC cadets here will not have to go out for training. -Torul S Ravish, Deputy Commissioner, Kullu.
-
-
-
-
