The Assam government is exploring the implementation of gyrocopters, also referred to as gyroplanes, for various public services such as air ambulance transportation, disaster response, and VIP movements. Gyrocopters are characterized by their ability to take off in very short distances (approximately 50 meters) and execute near-vertical landings requiring even less space (around 10 meters). In a recent meeting, Assam Chief Secretary Dr. Ravi Kota reviewed a proposal from Gyrox Aviation regarding the deployment of these aerial platforms for critical public services in challenging and time-sensitive situations.
During the discussions, Dr. Kota stressed the potential uses of gyrocopters for timely air ambulance services and effective disaster management, especially in remote areas. He sought detailed information on the operational altitude capabilities, performance variations based on height, and the gyrocopters’ functionality under adverse weather conditions. The representatives from Gyrox Aviation clarified that the ARGON GTL gyroplane possesses an operational ceiling reaching between 10,000 and 12,000 feet, with optimal performance in lower to medium altitudes, and has been engineered to handle strong winds and turbulent environmental conditions, contingent on mission specifics, pilot skill, and necessary regulatory approvals.
Additionally, Dr. Kota evaluated critical safety measures, including the aircraft’s autorotation-based emergency landing systems, operational redundancies, and overall reliability for medical evacuations and disaster-response scenarios. He indicated that any final decision regarding the deployment of gyrocopters would depend on the validation of their performance data in Assam’s unique terrain and climate. The gyrocopter in question is a certified aircraft designed for short take-off and landing operations, boasting modern avionics, with ongoing initiatives to facilitate indigenous assembly and manufacture under the “Make in India” and “Atmanirbhar Bharat” campaigns.