Senior Lead Aerospace Engineer | 2D Aviation Artist | Defence Awareness Champion
Senior Lead Aerospace Engineer | 2D Aviation Artist | Defence Awareness Champion
I am privileged to be mentored by my Guru of Gurus, my inspiration The Missile Man of India Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy – Member, National Security Advisory Board (NSAB); President, AeSI; Honorary Advisor (Govt. of AP), and Former Secretary, DDR&D & Chairman, DRDO. His guidance and vision continue to shape my journey in aerospace and defence outreach for Government Schools.
With pride in our roots and a vision for the future, we stand united to build a self-reliant India by supporting the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji’s initiatives like Atmanirbhar Bharat, Make in India, and Viksit Bharat. Our goal is to contribute to a stronger, sustainable, and globally respected nation.
As part of my social responsibility, I actively volunteer and share knowledge with students from underprivileged and rural communities. My mission is to inspire young minds and empower them to take pride in India’s indigenous strengths, especially in aerospace, defence, and science & technology.
Born on June 8, 1990, in Kalaburagi, Karnataka, I was inspired by my father’s role as a teacher to pursue science, art, and culture. Today, I serve as Senior Lead Aerospace Engineer at Collins Aerospace and earlier worked at DRDO on key indigenous defense projects like AEW&C and SAR for UAVs.
Since 2018, I have led India’s first volunteer-driven aerospace awareness campaign—Igniting Young Minds—reaching over 23,000 students across Karnataka. Through model exhibitions, demos, and talks, the initiative inspires youth from underserved communities to take pride in India’s aerospace, defense, and space achievements, aligned with Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
I express deep gratitude to India’s science and defense visionaries, including Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, Prof. Satish Dhawan, Prof. C.N.R. Rao, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, Dr. S. Somanath, Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy, Dr. Kota Harinarayana, Dr. Tessy Thomas, Shri Sanjay K. Brahmane, and ISRO scientists like Anuradha T.K. and Nandini Harinath, along with leaders from NAL, CABS, LRDE, ADE, ADA, and DRDO.
I am also thankful to DRDO leaders Shri Rajalakshmi, Dr. Chandrika Kaushik, Shri Jitendra J. Jadhav, Dr. D.G. Rao, Shri Y. Maheswaran, as well as senior officers from the Indian Armed Forces, whose guidance and encouragement continue to inspire my mission.
The entire collection was conceptualized, designed, and hand-crafted over a span of 2.5 to 4 years (from 2018 to 2020), reflecting a deep commitment to technical accuracy and educational value. I have created and exhibited over a dozen handmade 2D aircraft models showcasing India’s indigenous aerospace capabilities, including:
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Indigenous Fighter Aircraft
Tejas Mk1
Tejas Mk2
AMCA (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft)
India’s first lightweight, multirole supersonic fighter
Enhanced version with extended range, payload, and stealth
India’s upcoming 5th-generation stealth fighter
Indigenous Surveillance Aircraft
DRDO AEW&C NETRA
Airborne Early Warning & Control system – “Eye in the Sky”
Airborne Early Warning & Control system – “Eye in the Sky”
Airbus C295
Tactical transport aircraft under “Make in India” initiative
Tactical transport aircraft under “Make in India” initiative
HAL Rudra Mk3
Armed variant of ALH Dhruv for multi-role operations
Armed variant of ALH Dhruv for multi-role operations
NAL Hansa-NG (Indigenous)
Boeing 737-800NG
Boeing 777-300ER
Two-seater civil trainer aircraft for flight training
Narrow-body airliner widely used in commercial aviation
Long-range, wide-body aircraft for international passenger transport
HAL – RUDRA 2D
Indigenous LCA TEJAS Mk-1A 24″x12″ Hand Made 2D
Indigenous Airbus C-295 2D
DRDO AEW&C – NETRA – Eye in the Sky 2D
Boeing 777-300ER 2D
Indigenous TEJAS MK2 21”x11” Hand Made 2D
Indigenous AMCA Hand Made 2D
Boeing 737-800NG 2D
"2D LCA Tejas Aircraft Model with PVC Fiber Frame with 1MM Double Mounted"
5MM High Density Sun board.
Handmade using Greed Technology
15.7 X 4.7 in | 40 X 12 cm
22.4 X 12.9 in | 57 X 33 cm.
Glass finishing effect
Lighting Systems & minor parts of the model such as UHF/VHF Antennas, GPS Antennas, CSM, ESM Antennas, SATCOM Antenna, Datalink Antenna, Radars, Aerial Refueling System, Pitot Static System, FMS with Cockpit, Engine, Fin, Roundel, Fin flash etc.
5MM 2D LCA Tejas Aircraft Model fixed in one quarter center line golden frame (PVC Fiber with 3MM MDF Board) with 1MM double mounted base mount off white and upper mount 1 inches cutout maroon color with gold shiny color beading side border and logo.
PRADEEP L SAVALKAR
Aviation Artist
"2D NETRA AEW&C Aircraft Model with PVC Fiber Frame with 1MM Double Mounted"
10MM High Density Sun board
Handmade using Greed Technology
15.7 X 4.7 in | 40 X 12 cm
22.4 X 12.9 in | 57 X 33 cm.
Glass finishing effect
Lighting Systems & minor parts of the model such as UHF/VHF Antennas, GPS Antennas, CSM, ESM Antennas, SATCOM Antenna, Datalink Antenna, Radars, Aerial Refueling System, Pitot Static System, FMS with Cockpit, Engine, Fin, Roundel, Fin flash etc.
10MM 2D NETRA AEW&C Aircraft Model fixed in one quarter center line golden frame (PVC Fiber with 3MM MDF Board) with 1MM double mounted base mount off white and upper mount 1 inches cutout maroon color with gold shiny color beading side border and CABS DRDO logo.
PRADEEP L SAVALKAR
Aviation Artist
A Cherished Honour
Civil Aviation Minister
Air Chief Marshal
Chief of the Army Staff
ISRO Chairman
Join me in this noble mission to reach every corner of India with aerospace awareness. Whether you're an educational institution, corporate sponsor, government organization, or individual supporter, your partnership can help us inspire thousands more students to pursue careers in aerospace engineering and defense technology.
Together, we can expand this grassroots movement to remote schools, create more detailed aircraft models, organize larger exhibitions, and develop innovative educational materials. Your support directly contributes to nurturing young minds who will design India's next-generation aircraft, satellites, and defense systems.
Let's unite to make aerospace education accessible to every child, regardless of their background, and build the foundation for India's technological supremacy in the skies and beyond.
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We acknowledge the receipt of the official communication from the Commissioner’s Office, School Education Department, Nrupatunga Road, Bangalore, regarding the list of government schools approved for the Aerospace and Defence Awareness Campaign by Mr. Pradeep L. Savalkar, Ex-DRDO Research Scientist and Senior Aerospace Software Engineer.
As part of this initiative, Mr. Savalkar will conduct a special talk on “Aircraft Demonstration Activity” along with an exhibition of indigenous handmade 2D aircraft models, showcasing India’s advancements in aerospace and defence.
The program will also include interactive sessions designed to engage students and inspire curiosity about aerospace technologies, defence innovations, and indigenous contributions to national progress.
We sincerely thank the Commissioner’s Office and the School Education Department for their support and look forward to the successful implementation of this campaign for the benefit of students in the listed government schools.
This is to certify that Mr. Pradeep L. Savalkar is duly authorized by the Aeronautical Society of India (AeSI), Head Office, to conceptualize, coordinate, and represent AeSI in connection with the Aerospace and Defence Awareness Campaign for Government Schools during the academic year 2025–2026.
As part of this initiative, Mr. Savalkar will:
We request all concerned authorities, institutions, and stakeholders to kindly extend their cooperation and support to Mr. Savalkar for the successful implementation of this educational outreach initiative.
For and on behalf of
The Aeronautical Society of India (AeSI)
Honored to receive an Appreciation Certificate from DRDO for our Aerospace & Defence Awareness Campaign 2025. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the nation’s premier defence R&D organization for recognizing and supporting our initiative. Jai Hind!
We sincerely thank you for your enthusiastic participation in the 7th Bharatiya Samskruti Utsav, held at Prakruti Nagar, Beeranhalli Cross, Sedam Highway, District Kalaburagi, Karnataka, on 29th and 30th January 2025.
Your live demonstration of handmade 2D fighter aircraft models at the Science Pavilion was one of the major highlights of the event. Over 5,000 students and members of the public visited the science exhibition across two days, and your stall received special attention and appreciation.
We are especially grateful for your inspiring lecture on aerospace technology and your interaction with more than 1,200 students, who were highly engaged and deeply motivated by your session.
