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