<p>The institute undertook the operation in order to equip itself with a ground run-worthy aircraft for the practical training of its officers.<br /><br />The aircraft, which was originally flown into HAL from a forward base at Kalaikunda, had to be towed to Jalahalli without being dismantled, given its age. It is nearing the end of its operational life. <br /><br />A wing span of 7.5 m and a total length of 14.5 m did not make easier the task of towing it through the 28-km circuitous route through Old Airport Road, MG Road, Raj Bhawan Road, Sankey Road, Bellary Road and the Ring Road.<br /><br />The operation involved a co-ordinated effort by about 100 IAF personnel, over 30 civil policemen, and 14 vehicles were deployed. <br /><br />The operation was led by Team AFTC with the able guidance and assistance of the HQ Training Command. The sequence of operation was planned and well-rehearsed weeks in advance and executed to perfection in coordination with a number of civic agencies such as HAL, the City Police Department and the Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation. <br /><br />The traffic police ensured safe passage through the congested roads of the City.</p>
<p>The institute undertook the operation in order to equip itself with a ground run-worthy aircraft for the practical training of its officers.<br /><br />The aircraft, which was originally flown into HAL from a forward base at Kalaikunda, had to be towed to Jalahalli without being dismantled, given its age. It is nearing the end of its operational life. <br /><br />A wing span of 7.5 m and a total length of 14.5 m did not make easier the task of towing it through the 28-km circuitous route through Old Airport Road, MG Road, Raj Bhawan Road, Sankey Road, Bellary Road and the Ring Road.<br /><br />The operation involved a co-ordinated effort by about 100 IAF personnel, over 30 civil policemen, and 14 vehicles were deployed. <br /><br />The operation was led by Team AFTC with the able guidance and assistance of the HQ Training Command. The sequence of operation was planned and well-rehearsed weeks in advance and executed to perfection in coordination with a number of civic agencies such as HAL, the City Police Department and the Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation. <br /><br />The traffic police ensured safe passage through the congested roads of the City.</p>
