Mil Mi-26 Engraved Whiskey Glass

Raise a glass to the skies of heavy-lift aviation. The Mil Mi-26 “Halo” Engraved Whiskey Glass is a tribute piece that blends bold engineering, aviation history and fine craftsmanship. Precision engraved onto premium crystal-clear glass is the unmistakable silhouette of the Mi-26 — the world’s largest production helicopter — capturing its massive rotor, dual engines and cavernous transport fuselage.

Why this piece is special

• Heavy-lift legend: The Mi-26 was designed in the Soviet era to lift payloads up to 20 tonnes and remains the largest production helicopter in the world.

• Indian service story: The IAF inducted four Mi-26s between 1986 and 1989 and assigned them to No. 126 Helicopter Flight “Featherweights” at Chandigarh.

• Aviation anecdotes:

  • The Mi-26 still holds a world record for the greatest mass lifted by a helicopter to 2,000 metres: 56,768.8 kg in 1982.

  • In Indian operations it undertook massive logistic and transport missions in remote terrain, underscoring its unique capability in high-altitude and heavy-lift roles.

• Design of the glass: Meticulously etched, the image of the Mi-26 on the glass depicts its rotor span, fuselage bays, and multi-wheel landing gear in crisp line art — a visual tribute to the heavy-lift craft.

• Collector-worthy: Whether you’re a veteran of rotary-wing aviation, a collector of military memorabilia, or simply someone who appreciates fine drinkware with story and purpose, this glass delivers.

Product Specifications

• Premium whiskey glass (300 ml capacity)

• High-clarity crystal material with precision engrave of Mi-26 profile
  

• Suitable for whiskey, aged spirits or for display as a “heritage piece”

Who will appreciate this

• IAF personnel past and present, especially in transport or heavy-lift roles

• Military aviation enthusiasts, heavy-lift helicopter buffs

• Collectors of defence-heritage drinkware and specialist aviation memorabilia

• Gift-buyers looking for something meaningful for veterans, aviators or collectors

Usage & Care

• Hand-wash recommended to preserve the etched detail; avoid abrasive scrubbing

• Do not pour very hot beverages directly — treat it as fine drinkware

• Display on a dark wood or leather coaster to highlight the etching

• Keep upright if used as a display piece; use as you would any premium whiskey glass

Raise your drink. Celebrate the Halo. Honour heavy-lift aviation and bring home a piece of the legacy of the IAF’s most ambitious rotorcraft.

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Glass Dimensions: 7.9 x 7.9 x 9.3 Centimeters

Glass Weight: 330 g

Glass Capacity: 300 ml

These glasses are heavy with a solid bottom where most of the weight holds. This makes them great to hold in your hand. These glasses are well made and if you care for them it'll last you a lifetime.

NOTE: These engravings are hand finished which take about 5 hours. When we get your order, we will take 2-3 days to finish the engraved glasses and will ship them out on the 4th day. Typically they will reach you 10 days from the day you place the order.

Since the glasses are hand engraved, it will be 95% as shown in the image, the rest 5% variance is unique to each hand engraving process.