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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited's Nashik plant nears completion of Tejas Mk1A jets

The Hindustan Aeronautics Limited Nasik plant is on track to become the third production line for the Light Combat Aircraft Mk1A. Sources familiar with the project informed India Today that work at the facility is progressing rapidly, with the infrastructure setup nearing completion and machinery installation underway to make the production line fully operational. This facility will join HAL’s two …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Aerospace company HAL to ready Nashik plant for production of Sukhoi Su-30MKI jets

India Today

In a significant move to strengthen India's defence manufacturing and operational capabilities, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited is set to revive its Nashik plant operations. In addition to the new production order, the Air Force is preparing to comprehensively upgrade 84 existing Su-30MKI fighter jets under the ambitious 'Super Sukhoi' programme. The upgraded 'Super Sukhoi' jets will include advanced radar systems with …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Need to diversify production lines of LCA to meet demand: IAF Chief

The Hindu

As the Indian Air Force awaits deliveries of the indigenous Light Combat Aircraft -Mk1A and India markets the fighter for exports, IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari has said there is the issue of matching up production capability with requirements. Japan fielded three F-2 fighters while US deployed six A-10 Thunderbolt close air support aircraft, three F-16s in addition …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

HAL in critical juncture, DK Sunil likely to be next chief

Hindustan Times

New Delhi: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited is set for a change of the guard at a time when the state-run plane maker is at a critical juncture –– it is grappling with a delay in the Tejas light combat aircraft programme, working towards finalising a deal for joint production of jet engines in the country, awaiting orders worth tens of thousands …

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5 months, 1 week ago

GE Aerospace says working with HAL to fix new Tejas LCA engine supply delay

Hindustan Times

New Delhi: US engine maker GE Aerospace on Friday said it is working with state-run Hindustan Aeronautics Limited to fix issues related to the delay in the supply of its F4O4 engines for the Tejas light combat aircraft programme, attributing it to supply chain bottlenecks in the aerospace industry. A GE F404 engine at an HAL facility in Bengaluru The …

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5 months, 1 week ago

HAL aims to deliver first LCA Tejas Mark 1A fighter jet to IAF by August 15 amid delays

India TV News

Amid growing concerns over delays in the delivery of the first Light Combat Aircraft Tejas Mark 1A fighter jet to the Indian Air Force, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited is now aiming to provide the first aircraft by August 15 this year. The Defence Ministry has already issued a tender to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, for the purchase of 97 made-in-India LCA Mark …

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6 months ago

HAL receives request for proposal from Defence Ministry for 156 light combat helicopters worth ₹45,000 crore

The Hindu

Defence public sector undertaking Hindustan Aeronautics Limited has received the Request for Proposal from the Defence Ministry for 156 indigenous Light Combat Helicopters estimated to cost ₹45,000 crore. “In terms of Regulation 30 of the SEBI Regulations, 2015, we would like to inform that RFP has been issued by the Ministry of Defence for procurement of 156 Light Combat Helicopter,” …

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6 months ago

Govt to buy 156 light combat helicopters from HAL at ₹50k-cr

Hindustan Times

The defence ministry has issued a tender to Bengaluru-based plane maker Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for the proposed acquisition of 156 Prachand light combat helicopters to sharpen the capabilities of the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force, officials aware of the matter said on Monday. The development comes two months after the ministry issued a tender to HAL for the …

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6 months ago

HAL gets over ₹45,000-crore tender for 156 light combat helicopters

Hindustan Times

In a big boost for Made in India in defence, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited on Monday said the Defence Ministry has issued a Request for Proposal for 156 Light Combat Helicopters. A HAL light combat helicopter during a flight in Ladakh "In terms of Regulation 30 of the SEBI Regulations, 2015, we would like to inform that, Request for Proposal has …

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7 months, 1 week ago

Indian Air Force likely to get its first Tejas Mk-1A aircraft in July

Hindustan Times

NEW DELHI: The Indian Air Force is likely to get the delivery of its first Tejas Mk-1A aircraft from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited in July 2024, officials aware of the matter said on Thursday. Also, the defence ministry issued a tender to HAL in April for the proposed acquisition of 97 LCA Mk-1As to strengthen IAF’s capabilities at a time it …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

LCA Tejas MK-1A completes maiden flight in Bengaluru

Hindustan Times

New Delhi: The first Tejas Mk-1A aircraft on Thursday made its maiden flight from a Hindustan Aeronautics Limited facility in Bengaluru, and the country can look forward to its early induction into the Indian Air Force, state-run plane-maker HAL said. Tejas LCA Mk-1A “HAL achieved this significant production milestone with concurrent design and development, amid major supply chain challenges in …

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9 months, 1 week ago

7 facts about the Light Combat Aircraft Tejas used by Indian military

Hindustan Times

The Indian Air Force's LCA Tejas aircraft crashed near Rajasthan's Jaisalmer on Tuesday. More about LCA Tejas aircraft The Light Combat Aircraft Tejas is an indigenous supersonic aircraft used by the Indian military. The Light Combat Aircraft programme was started by the Government of India in 1984 when they established the Aeronautical Development Agency. In 2003, the Light Combat Aircraft …

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9 months, 2 weeks ago

Cabinet panel clears new indigenous stealth fighter project in defence push

Hindustan Times

New Delhi The Cabinet Committee on Security has approved a highly anticipated project for the design and prototype development of an indigenous fifth-generation stealth fighter, or the advanced medium combat aircraft, at a cost of around ₹15,000 crore, officials aware of the matter said on Thursday. The Indian Air Force’s modernisation map envisages the deployment of around 120 stealth fighters …

India Engines Project Iaf Systems Hal Advanced

11 months, 3 weeks ago

India in 2023 focused on acquiring new military platforms, weaponry to boost combat prowess

Hindustan Times

India also went on an overdrive in expanding its military engagement with like-minded countries in its neighbourhood and beyond in the face of China's relentless attempts to become a regional hegemon and establish its primacy in South Asia. In line with a growing realisation about the need to boost the national military power, the defence ministry accorded approval to a …

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1 year ago

Three Indian PSUs among top 100 arms manufacturers in world: SIPRI

Firstpost

Indian defence public sector undertakings such as Hindustan Aeronautics, Bharat Electronics and Mazagon Docks secured positions in the list of the top 100 arms-producing companies. In 2022, global sales of arms and military services by the top 100 armament companies reached $597 billion, experiencing a significant surge in demand driven by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and escalating geopolitical tensions. The …

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1 year ago

HAL share price surges 5%, hits 52-week high; here’s why

Live Mint

The share price of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited surged to a new 52-week high on Friday, December 1. The HAL stock experienced a notable 5% increase, reaching a peak of ₹2499 per share on the BSE, against previous closing session at ₹2382.30 per share. The spike in stock value follows the recent approval from the Defence Acquisition Council on Thursday, granting …

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1 year ago

Combat helicopters, jets & artillery guns in India’s ₹2.23L crore defence push

Hindustan Times

New Delhi: In a significant boost to the country’s self-reliance drive and the military’s combat readiness, India on Thursday gave its go-ahead to major projects worth Rs.2.23 lakh crore, including the purchase of more light combat aircraft, light combat helicopters, artillery guns and anti-ship missiles, and the upgrade of Sukhoi-30 fighters. The approval for additional LCA Mk-1As comes almost three …

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1 year ago

In Pics: PM Modi takes sortie on Tejas aircraft

Hindustan Times

In Pics: PM Modi takes sortie on Tejas aircraft Modi was slated to inspect and tour HAL's production facility, which includes the assembly area for Tejas jets.. 1 / 8 View Photos in a new improved layout Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a flight aboard the Tejas aircraft on Saturday at the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited facility in Bengaluru, Karnataka. …

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1 year, 1 month ago

HAL, GE to produce jet engines for LCA Mark2, AMCA fighter jets in India

Firstpost

The HAL and GE from the US would be producing these engines jointly in a facility in India. On August 30, the Cabinet Committee on Security cleared the development of LCA Mark 2 fighter aircraft, which would be a replacement for the Mirage 2000, Jaguar and MiG-29 combat aircraft in the IAF. In a significant boost to India’s defence sector, …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Two mega proposals for aircraft carrier, LCA-MK1A jets lined up for DAC approval

The Hindu

: The Defence Acquisition Council chaired by the Defence Minister has two mega proposals lined up from the Navy and the Air Force, estimated to cumulatively cost over ₹1 lakh crore, as it is expected to meet at the end of this month. The Navy’s proposal for a repeat order of a Vikrant-like aircraft carrier, estimated to cost approximately ₹40,000 …

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1 year, 2 months ago

First light combat aircraft to be handed over to Air Force today in Bengaluru

India Today

The Hindustan Aeronautics Limited will hand over the first Light Combat Aircraft twin-seater trainer version aircraft to the Indian Air Force in Bengaluru on Wednesday. As part of the LCA contract between the HAL and the IAF, the defence public sector unit has to supply eight twin-seater trainer aircraft to the force. The event will be attended by notable figures …

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1 year, 2 months ago

India joins 'elite club' as Air Force receives first light combat aircraft in Bengaluru

India Today

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited on Wednesday handed over the first LCA Tejas twin seater aircraft to the Indian Air Force. Union Minister of State for Defence Ajay Bhatt was the chief guest during the function wherein the unveiling of the LCA twin seater, handing over of Release to Service, Signalling out Certificate were conducted in the presence of Chief of Air …

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1 year, 3 months ago

IAF banking on indigenous fighter aircraft to prevent numbers going below current level

The Hindu

The Indian Air Force, which has put its weight behind the indigenous Light Combat Aircraft project, is hoping for expedited deliveries and gearing up to place additional orders. By 2030, the IAF would have 32 or 33 fighter squadrons and would have 35 or 36 fighter squadrons by 2040 if the indigenous fighters meet the induction timeline, a Defence official …

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1 year, 4 months ago

India forward deploys Tejas aircraft to counter threats from Pakistan and China

Firstpost

A third production line is being established at HAL’s Bengaluru facility to ultimately manufacture eight aircraft per year, contributing to the production of 24 LCA Mk1s. While the definitive decision to station Tejas squadrons at fighter air bases along the borders with Pakistan and China is pending, initial steps have already been taken by the Indian Air Force. Presently, the …

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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited's Nashik plant nears completion of Tejas Mk1A jets

Aerospace company HAL to ready Nashik plant for production of Sukhoi Su-30MKI jets

Need to diversify production lines of LCA to meet demand: IAF Chief

HAL in critical juncture, DK Sunil likely to be next chief

GE Aerospace says working with HAL to fix new Tejas LCA engine supply delay

HAL aims to deliver first LCA Tejas Mark 1A fighter jet to IAF by August 15 amid delays

HAL receives request for proposal from Defence Ministry for 156 light combat helicopters worth ₹45,000 crore

Govt to buy 156 light combat helicopters from HAL at ₹50k-cr

HAL gets over ₹45,000-crore tender for 156 light combat helicopters

Indian Air Force likely to get its first Tejas Mk-1A aircraft in July

LCA Tejas MK-1A completes maiden flight in Bengaluru

7 facts about the Light Combat Aircraft Tejas used by Indian military

Cabinet panel clears new indigenous stealth fighter project in defence push

India in 2023 focused on acquiring new military platforms, weaponry to boost combat prowess

Three Indian PSUs among top 100 arms manufacturers in world: SIPRI

HAL share price surges 5%, hits 52-week high; here’s why

Combat helicopters, jets & artillery guns in India’s ₹2.23L crore defence push

In Pics: PM Modi takes sortie on Tejas aircraft

HAL, GE to produce jet engines for LCA Mark2, AMCA fighter jets in India

Two mega proposals for aircraft carrier, LCA-MK1A jets lined up for DAC approval

First light combat aircraft to be handed over to Air Force today in Bengaluru

India joins 'elite club' as Air Force receives first light combat aircraft in Bengaluru

IAF banking on indigenous fighter aircraft to prevent numbers going below current level

India forward deploys Tejas aircraft to counter threats from Pakistan and China