When Ratan Tata Flew An F-16 Fighter Jet Over Bengaluru Skies
Speaking to NDTV shortly after his flight, Ratan Tata couldn’t contain his excitement. New Delhi: In February 2007, Ratan Tata took to the skies in a high-speed adventure that few would ever experience. At the Aero India Show held in Bengaluru, Mr Tata, 69 at the time, was invited by US defence contractor Lockheed Martin to co-pilot an F-16 fighter jet. Known for his aviation skills, Mr Tata, who held licenses to fly both jets and helicopters, seized the opportunity to co-pilot the combat aircraft. Under the guidance of a seasoned Lockheed Martin pilot, he took over the controls during the half-hour flight. Soaring through clear skies and reaching altitudes as low as 500 feet, Mr Tata’s experience was described as nothing short of “exhilarating.” READ | Ratan Tata To Get State Funeral, Day Of Mourning Declared In Maharashtra Speaking to NDTV shortly after his flight, Mr Tata couldn’t contain his excitement. “You end up feeling very timid. We did a few things when the commander took over and did some roles, and all of …
