Sarang is an aerobatic air display team of the Indian Air Force. The unit flies five modified HAL Dhruv helicopters. The unit is based out of Sulur Air Force Station near Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu.
Sarang team uses modified HAL Dhruvs
The helicopters are painted in a special peacock livery
Generally, four helicopters are used in tandem for air displays
The HAL Dhruv is a utility helicopter designed and developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in November 1984. The helicopter first flew in 1992; its development was prolonged due to multiple factors including the Indian Army's requirement for design changes, budget restrictions, and sanctions placed on India following the 1998 Pokhran-II nuclear tests. The name comes from a Sanskrit origin word dhruv which means unshakeable or firm.
HAL Dhruv
HAL Dhruv on board INS Vikrant during her sea trials
A Dhruv of the Indian Army
Dhruv MK.3 of Mauritius Police Force