HAL AMCA Project: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, also called HAL, said on Wednesday that it has not received any official message about being removed from India’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft or AMCA programme. This came after news reports claimed the government-owned company failed to move ahead in the bidding process. HAL clearly said, “HAL has not received any official communication in this regard and, therefore, is not in a position to comment on these reports at this stage.” The company also added that it is “committed to keeping all stakeholders fully informed of all developments.”
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HAL Says thier Business is Stable
HAL explained that even with these reports, its business remains safe and strong. The company said it already has confirmed orders that will bring steady money and its production plans are fixed until 2032. HAL also shared that it is busy working on many big defence projects like the Indian Multi Role Helicopter, LCA Mk2, and the Combat Air Teaming System.
These projects are expected to move into production after 2032. HAL also said it is entering civil aviation slowly with new aircraft like Dhruv NG, Hindustan 228, and SJ 100. The company said, “HAL is also diversifying its portfolio in the civil aviation segment with platforms such as Dhruv NG, Hindustan 228 and SJ 100, which will enhance revenue and provide sustainable growth in the future.’
AMCA Fighter Project
This statement from HAL came after a report said the company was dropped from the race to build India’s fifth-generation stealth fighter under the AMCA programme. The report claimed that three groups have moved to the next round where they will submit cost details to build five AMCA test aircraft and one structure for testing. It also said HAL teamed up with two smaller companies that did not meet required rules.
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The AMCA project is being handled by the Aeronautical Development Agency under DRDO. It follows a competitive model that was approved last year by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. In 2024, the Cabinet Committee on Security approved the AMCA design and prototype work at a cost of about ₹15,000 crore.
Reports say the first AMCA aircraft may fly in 2029 and the full development could finish by 2034. The Indian Air Force plans to start using around 120 of these stealth fighters from 2035 onwards. The government is also likely to approve a joint engine project between France’s Safran and India’s Gas Turbine Research Establishment for future AMCA versions.
