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Saras

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited · Business jet / Military transport aircraft · India · Modern (1992–2009)

Saras — Business jet / Military transport aircraft
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The NAL Saras is the first Indian multi-purpose civilian aircraft in the light transport aircraft category as designed by the National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL).

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Transport
Domain
Civil
Era
Modern (1992–2009)
Country
India
Manufacturer
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
Operator
Indian Air Force (intended); Indian Army (intended)
Primary Role
Business jet / Military transport aircraft
Status
In production (Mk1)
Service Entry
2004
Produced
2
Engine
2× turboprop engines
Thrust / Power
895 kW each
Length (ft)
57
Wingspan (ft)
59
Empty Weight (lb)
11244
MTOW (lb)
16755
Endurance (hr)
6 hours * With 45 mi
Service Ceiling (ft)
29856
Range (mi)
1460
Max Speed (mph)
342