Elena Geo Founder Velan gets award for innovations in helicopter navigation tech

New Delhi, Nov 5 (PTI) Elena Geo Systems Founder V S Velan has been presented the 'Igor I Sikorsky' award for innovations in helicopter navigation technologies.

The award is for contribution to helicopter navigation technology, particularly for the development of the Elena NavIC Handheld Navigator (ELNHHN), according to a release.

The award from the Rotary Wing Society of India (RWSI) was presented to Velan by Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu in the national capital on Tuesday.

Lt Col Velan said the navigator exemplifies how indigenous technology can meet the critical needs of the country's helicopter industry.

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