New Delhi: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is set to showcase its cutting-edge indigenous products and technologies under the theme ‘Innovate. Collaborate. Lead’ at Aero India 2025, which begins on February 10 at the Air Force Station Yelahanka.
According to HAL's Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) Dr DK Sunil “HAL’s indigenously designed and developed Light Utility Helicopter (LUH) will be at the centre stage. Various innovative products conceived and developed by HAL’s R&D divisions in avionics, mechanical systems, engines, and aerospace for both manned and unmanned aircraft will also be highlighted at the HAL stall.”
HAL’s indoor pavilion (HALL-E) will feature the LUH, Hindustan Turbo Trainer (HTT)-40 Simulator, scaled models of LCA Mk1A Fighter, LCA Mk1 Trainer, Hindustan Jet Trainer (HJT)-36, HTT-40, Light Combat Helicopter (LCH), and Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Mk IV. The Hindustan 228 and its amphibian variant will also be on display.
In the outdoor display area adjacent to the HAL stall, HAL will showcase LCA Mk 1A, HJT 36, HTT-40, LCA Mk1 Trainer, Hindustan 228, Do-228, and LUH on static display. The flying display will feature a unique LCA Mk 1A formation, along with HJT 36, HTT-40, and LUH.
The central theme of the India Pavilion is ‘Flight of Self-Reliance’, emphasizing India’s growing self-sufficiency in aerospace and defence. Key highlights include a functional full-scale engineering demonstrator of the Combat Air Teaming System (CATS) Warrior, the Advanced Light Helicopter Next Generation (ALH NG) and Rotary Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (RUAV). A 1:1 model of the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), being showcased for the first time, will also be featured, along with sections dedicated to new technologies and future marquee products.
HAL’s indoor pavilion will also showcase advanced avionics systems, including Mission Management System, Digital Map Generator, Data Lite-Communication System, Indigenous Communication Complex, IFF & CIT, and Audio Management System. Flight Control Actuators and Electro-Mechanical Systems like Active Side Stick Control will be displayed. Static models of actual HTSE-1200 and GTEG-60 engines will demonstrate HAL’s technological advancements. An exclusive aerospace corner featuring scaled models of Cryogenic Engine CE-20, GSLV Mk III, and Chandrayaan-3 will highlight HAL’s contributions to India’s space programs.
During Aero India 2025, HAL will actively promote its indigenous platforms to visiting defence delegations, engage in business meetings with OEMs and customers, and sign agreements and contracts with its business partners for various projects. With its robust showcase of indigenous capabilities and strategic partnerships, HAL aims to reinforce its position as a key player in India’s aerospace and defence sector at Aero India 2025.
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