HAL lays foundation stone for composites MRO hanger

The PSU has been advised by Secretary, Defence-Production to focus on futuristic plans

With composites and light materials having become increasingly common in aircraft of all kinds today, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has taken the initial steps to set up a composites MRO (maintenance, repairs and overhaul) hanger. Secretary, Defence-Production, G Mohan Kumar laid the foundation stone for the MRO hangar.

The carbon-fibre and other light materials are increasingly being used in the latest products manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited such as helicopters (example: the Advanced Light Helicopter & Light Utility Helicopter) and fixed wing aircraft (example: Light Combat Aircraft Tejas).

Meanwhile, Mohan Kumar reviewed various projects of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited during a presentation made by HAL’s top management at its corporate office here today.

During his interaction with the top management, Mohan Kumar asked HAL to draw and work upon futuristic plans based on the company’s strengths. “Priority should not be just on taking up all kinds of businesses related to aerospace, but to work on workable modules in a time-bound manner. The focus needs to be on the products that the company can deliver with ease, cost reduction, establishing of the highest quality standards and business practices that match the best global parameters,” he told HAL senior executaives. He suggested that the HAL develop products that have unique value, also look to develop aero-engines and give a thrust to outsourcing.

R K Tyagi, Chairman, HAL, directors and senior executives were present during the visit and briefed Secretary Defence Production on the various the on-going activities at the various HAL hangars.