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Beyond being a true businessman, it’s a lesser-known fact that Ratan Tata was a licensed pilot. He was an aviation enthusiast who once co-piloted two fighter jets, F-16 and F-18, in the Bengaluru skies.
The visionary person carried out the flight operation under expert guidance back in 2007.
He passed away on October 9, 2024. His ethics and philosophy still thrive, and people continue to remember his legacy.
Which aircraft did Ratan Tata fly?
Tata, at the age of 69, co-piloted two fighter jets. They were F-16 and F-18. He flew an F-16 in the Bengaluru skies under the expert guidance. Just after 24 hours, he welcomed the chance to co-pilot another fighter jet,i.e., F-18.
When did he co-pilot the two aircraft?
Ratan Tata flew F-16 and F-18 back-to-back in the year 2007. He flew the F-16 while reaching a speed of around 600 knots, i.e., 1,100 kilometres per hour. Later, the F-18 flight was managed by him, where he completed a one-hour sortie, starting from the Yelahanka Air Force Station.
After completing the two flights, Mr Tata mentioned that flying an F-16 above 500 feet was almost “exhilarating”. He further added, “It’s just unbelievable because you just climb over a hill and come down, turn on your side or turn over. It’s just unbelievable.”
What was he known for?
Ratan Tata’s spirit was remarkable. He’s known not only for his flight contributions, but for his leadership of the Tata Group. He has contributed exponentially in the sectors of education, healthcare, infrastructure, and medicine.
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