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Which public sector company provides helicopter services, including for tourists and pilgrims in hilly areas?
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Answer: Option A — Pawan Hans Limited
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Which public sector company provides helicopter services, including for tourists and pilgrims in hilly areas?
- Pawan Hans Limited
- Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
- Alliance Air
- Airports Authority of India
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Remember: Pawan Hans Limited = government helicopter service company (1985; Mini Ratna; Ministry of Civil Aviation; offshore ONGC services, pilgrim and tourist services); HAL = aircraft maker; AAI = airports.
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