When Ratan Tata Flew An F-16 Fighter Jet Over Bengaluru Skies

Ratan Naval Tata, chairman emeritus of Tata Sons, died on Wednesday at age 86 at Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital, leaving behind a legacy of leadership in business and philanthropy.

Another noteworthy aspect of his life was his passion for aviation.

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In February 2007, Ratan Tata embarked on a high-speed adventure that few get to experience. As recounted by NDTV, at that year's Aero India Show in Bengaluru, Tata, who was 69 at the time, was invited by US defence contractor Lockheed Martin to co-pilot an F-16 fighter jet.

The F-16 is a highly manoeuvrable, multi-role fighter jet known for its agility and speed. Built by the US, the single-engine aircraft is widely used by various air forces globally.