The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has inaugurated a new Digital Flight Data Recorder (DFDR) and Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) laboratory at Udaan Bhawan in New Delhi. The facility, established with an investment of INR 90 million, is designed to strengthen the bureau’s capabilities in analyzing flight data and investigating aircraft incidents. According to a […]
The Ministry of Defence has signed two contracts with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the supply of 156 Light Combat Helicopters (LCH) Prachand, along with training and associated equipment. The agreements are valued at INR 627 billion (excluding taxes). The first contract covers 66 helicopters for the Indian Air Force, while the second includes 90 […]
Alpha Tocol Engineering Services Private Ltd has delivered the first rear fuselage for the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). The handover event took place at HAL’s Aircraft Division in Bengaluru, with defence officials and industry representatives in attendance. The rear fuselage, a key structural component supporting the tail section, is […]
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and BEML Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on training programs focused on leadership, technical skills, and professional development. As part of the agreement, HAL Management Academy (HMA) will conduct various training modules, including induction programs, management training, specialized workshops, and certification courses in Six Sigma, Quality, […]
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and the Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Pune, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on aerospace research, skill development, and academic programs. The agreement, signed by HAL Management Academy (HMA) Executive Director G Srikantha Sharma and DIAT Vice Chancellor BHVS Narayana Murthy, aims to facilitate industry-academia partnerships […]
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and the Indian Institute of Information Technology Dharwad (IIIT Dharwad) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on advanced manufacturing research and skill development. The partnership will focus on research, internships, and technical education in Digital Manufacturing, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Robotics, and Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality, with applications in […]
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Oerlikon Pune have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the development of BALINIT® Turbine Pro (TiAlN-based) coating on aircraft low-pressure and high-pressure compressors, as well as helicopter axial compressors and impellers of the Shakti engine. The agreement was formalized during the Aero India Exhibition. The signing ceremony was attended […]
Safran Aircraft Engines has signed a contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the production of turbine forged parts for LEAP engines. The agreement was formalized at the Aero India trade show in Bengaluru. The contract follows a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in October 2023, which aimed to expand industrial cooperation in commercial engine […]
The Ministry of Defence has signed a ₹13,500 crore agreement with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the procurement of 12 Su-30MKI fighter jets. The deal is intended to address the shortfall in the Indian Air Force’s fleet caused by the loss of 12 aircraft in accidents over the past two decades. The new aircraft will […]
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has announced the appointment of Ravi K as its new Director (Operations). He will oversee strategic and functional planning, capacity optimization, capability enhancement, and the implementation of an upgraded IT framework across the company. Ravi K previously served as Executive Director (Corporate Planning) at HAL and brings over 30 years of […]