HAL pilot becomes first Indian to be named Fellow by Society of Experimental Test Pilots
Gp Capt. K.K. Venugopal has made history by becoming the first Indian test pilot elected as a Fellow of the Society of Experimental Test Pilots. His election recognizes over 25 years of contributions to various indigenous aerospace programs at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited. This achievement not only highlights his personal expertise but also signifies a broader recognition of the Indian aerospace sector.
- ▪Gp Capt. K.K. Venugopal is the first Indian to be elected as a Fellow of the Society of Experimental Test Pilots.
- ▪He has been involved in key indigenous aerospace programs such as the Saras LTA and LCA Mk I.
- ▪HAL stated that this honor recognizes his contributions as an Experimental Test Pilot throughout his career.
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Gp Capt. K.K. Venugopal has become the first Indian test pilot to be elected as a Fellow of the Society of Experimental Test Pilots (SETP).Gp Capt. Venugopal, who is the executive director and Chief Test Pilot (Fixed Wing), Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), has been involved in key indigenous programmes like the Saras LTA, LCA Mk I, HTT 40, HJT 36 and LCA Mk IA.HAL said this honour has been conferred in recognition of his contributions as an ETP throughout his career spanning over 25 years. “The SETP represents a distinguished global community of test pilots and aerospace professionals who have made significant contributions to the advancement of flight testing. It is based in Lancaster, California, USA. Gp Capt.
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