VAdm Biswajit Dasgupta, FOCINC, ENC reviewed POP for 100th Helicopter Conversion Course and awarded coveted 'Golden Wings' to newly inducted Pilots at INS Rajali on 09 Jun 2023. The seminal event marked successful completion of training for 16 pilots from 100th Course conducted at Helicopter Training School HTS, INAS561. This included 4 pilots who underwent first ever Basic Helicopter Conversion Course (BHCC) (Stage 1 training) conducted by Indian Navy, which earlier was conducted entirely by IAF. Addressing the graduating 100th HCC, CINC stressed upon the need for safety and boldness especially while operating from small decks at sea. He stated that with induction of newer aircraft in coming years, young pilots are stepping into the most interesting times for Naval Aviation and will get to fly even more challenging missions. He also congratulated Naval Air Arm for taking complete ownership of basic helicopter training and expressed confidence in its success and rapid growth in coming years. This being centennial HCC, Adm KB Singh (Retd), former CNS and other veterans from as early as 1st HCC as well as parents of graduating pilots witnessed the Parade.
