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No since they (ones used for CAS) are weapons platforms. Helicopters are being used for surveillance and communications. In COIN, it is taken that we are trying to drive sense in our own nationals who are but misguided souls. One cannot make out a misguided Indian insurgent from a foreign...

In COIN, as per the Govt policy, we cannot use air power or heavy weapons and heavy weapon platforms. Therefore, it will be required for quick reaction to ferry forces or to use as an observation and communication platform. Ideal would be a helicopter since helicopters can land practically...