HAL, Safran seal deal to develop India’s first high-power helicopter engine
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and France's Safran Helicopter Engines signed a deal to develop India's first high-power helicopter engine, named 'Aravalli', for the 13-ton Indian Multi-Role Helicopter (IMRH) and its naval variant. This joint venture signifies a shift towards indigenous development in advanced engine manufacturing, enhancing India's capabilities in critical propulsion technologies.