Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) has launched a comprehensive program to implement Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).
Tag: HAL
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has launched a major upgrade for its Su-30 MKI fleet. At the center stands the Virupaksha Radar, an advanced AESA radar developed by DRDO’s LRDE. This radar uses state-of-the-art technology to improve situational awareness, targeting precision, and mission reliability. Through this system, India ensures its air superiority amid evolving aerial…
HAL accelerates the Indian Multi Role Helicopter (IMRH) project. It prepares a ₹13000 crore Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) note. The proposal seeks approval to build five flying prototypes, including a naval variant, the Deck-Based Multirole Helicopter (DBMRH). HAL Proposes Indigenous IMRH and Naval DBMRH Prototypes HAL aims to develop both IMRH and its naval…
India is preparing to mark a milestone in its aerospace journey. Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has completed the first pair of wings of Tejas manufactured entirely outside the public sector. The company is now awaiting an official handover event. This will mark the first time a private Indian firm delivers this critical flight structure. Wings…
The GE F404 engine has once again taken center stage in India’s fighter jet production narrative. In a major milestone, GE delivered the second GE F404 engine to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). This marks a significant recovery in the LCA Mk1A program. HAL faced setbacks primarily due to delays in engine delivery. However, now everything…
India’s drive for self-reliance in aerospace technology continues to gather pace but continues to get lusty blows from engine development aspect. One of the key milestones in this journey was the HAL HTFE-25 engine project. In development by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), the HTFE-25 is a 25-kilonewton turbofan engine. HAL designed it to power single-engine…
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is actively searching for an advanced aero engine for its next-generation supersonic lead-in fighter trainer, the HLFT42. The company seeks a high-thrust, fuel-efficient, and reliable turbofan engine to power this cutting-edge training aircraft. This article explores the specifications of HAL’s requirements and potential vendors that can provide suitable engine solutions. HLFT42:…
HAL’s Latest Achievement: The Engine Ground Run On January 11, 2024, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) shared an image of the CATS Warrior. The announcement stated, “Successfully conducted the Engine Ground Run of a Full-Scale Demonstrator.” This milestone marks a critical step in the development of this advanced unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). Steps Before the Demonstrator’s…
India’s venture into the realm of fifth-generation aerial combat technology, the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), exemplifies a nuanced ballet of industrial collaboration. The dance competitors, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a behemoth of public sector endeavor, and an as-yet-unnamed private entity, represent a dual approach to aerospace effort strategically most important for the country. This…
Charting India’s Course to Self-Reliance: The Quest for Indigenous Marine Gas Turbine Engines In the realm of naval prowess, India stands at a crucial juncture, navigating the shift from dependence on foreign marine gas turbines towards the pursuit of indigenous power solutions. The backbone of many Indian Navy ships, has long been reliant on international…