Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) received the first set of wing assemblies for the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A from Larsen & Toubro (L&T) on July 17, 2025, at Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The assemblies were manufactured at L&T’s Precision Manufacturing & Systems Complex (PMSC) and formally handed over to M Abdul Salam, General Manager of HAL’s […]
Ajay Kumar Shrivastava has assumed charge as Director (Engineering and R&D) at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), effective July 15, 2025. Prior to this role, he served as Executive Director at HAL’s Aircraft Research & Design Centre (ARDC). Shrivastava joined HAL in 1988 as a Management Trainee (Technical) and has worked with the company for 37 […]
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) hosted a review visit by PK Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, at its Bengaluru campus. The visit focused on key indigenous defence and space programmes, notably the LCA Tejas Mk 1A and space component initiatives. Mishra toured the Aircraft Research & Design Centre (ARDC), LCA Mk 2 hangar, and the LCA Tejas […]
The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Center (IN-SPACe) has announced that Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has been selected to acquire and operationalize the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) technology. HAL secured the technology transfer after emerging as the highest bidder among three shortlisted participants in a multi-stage evaluation process. The selection process included technical […]
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has signed an agreement with Safran Aircraft Engines to produce rotating Inconel parts for LEAP engines. The agreement was signed at the Paris Air Show by Abdul Salam, General Manager of HAL’s LCA Division, and Dominique Dupuy, Vice President, Purchasing, Safran Aircraft Engines. This development follows earlier agreements between the companies […]
VEM Technologies has delivered the first centre fuselage assembly for the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). The handover took place on May 30, 2025, in Hyderabad, and marks the start of a new production line supported by a private Indian firm. This development adds to the three existing production […]
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, […]
