Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Safran Helicopter Engines have signed a final contract through their joint venture SAFHAL Helicopter Engines to jointly design and develop the Aravalli helicopter engine. The 3,500–4,000 shp engine is intended for HAL’s planned 13‑tonne class multipurpose helicopter and its naval variant, marking an upgrade in India‑France defence cooperation.

2026-08-26

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Safran Helicopter Engines have signed a final contract through their joint venture SAFHAL Helicopter Engines to jointly design and develop the Aravalli helicopter engine. The 3,500–4,000 shp engine is intended for HAL’s planned 13‑tonne class multipurpose helicopter and its naval variant, marking an upgrade in India‑France defence cooperation.