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The Company traces its roots to the pioneering efforts of an industrialist with extraordinary vision, the late
Seth Walchand Hirachand, who set up Hindustan Aircraft Limited at Bangalore in association with the
erstwhile princely State of Mysore in December 1940. The Government of India became a shareholder in
March 1941 and took over the Management in 1942.
Today, HAL has 19 Production Units and 9 Research and Design Centres in 7 locations in India. The
Company has an impressive product track record - 12 types of aircraft manufactured with in-house R & D
and 14 types produced under license. HAL has manufactured over 3550 aircraft , 3600 engines and
overhauled over 8150 aircraft and 27300 engines.
HAL has been successful in numerous R & D programs developed for both Defence and Civil Aviation
sectors. HAL has made substantial progress in its current projects :
Dhruv was delivered to the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force and the Coast Guard in March 2002, in the
very first year of its production, a unique achievement.
HAL has played a significant role for India's space programs by participating in the manufacture of structures
for Satellite Launch Vehicles like
Apart from these seven, other major diversification projects are Industrial Marine Gas Turbine and Airport
Services. Several Co-production and Joint Ventures with international participation are under consideration.
Hal’s supplies / services are mainly to Indian Defence Services, Coast Guards and Border Security Forces.
Transport Aircraft and Helicopters have also been supplied to Airlines as well as State Governments of
India. The Company has also achieved a foothold in export in more than 30 countries, having demonstrated
its quality and price competitiveness.
HAL has won several International & National Awards for achievements in R&D, Technology, Managerial
Performance, Exports, Energy Conservation, Quality and Fulfillment of Social Responsibilities.
• HAL was awarded the “INTERNATIONAL GOLD MEDAL AWARD” for Corporate Achievement in
Quality and Efficiency at the International Summit (Global Rating Leaders 2003), London, UK by
M/s Global Rating, UK in conjunction with the International Information and Marketing Centre
(IIMC).
• HAL was presented the International - “ ARCH OF EUROPE ” Award in Gold Category in
recognition for its commitment to Quality, Leadership, Technology and Innovation.
• At the National level, HAL won the "GOLD TROPHY" for excellence in Public Sector
Management, instituted by the Standing Conference of Public Enterprises (SCOPE).
The Company scaled new heights in the financial year 2006-07 with a turnover of Rs.7,783.61 Crores
The Company's steady organisational growth over the years with consolidation and enlargement of its
operational base by creating sophisticated facilities for manufacture of aircraft / helicopters, aeroengines,
accessories and avionics is illustrated below.
OUR MISSION
" To become a globally competitive aerospace industry while working as an instrument for
achieving self-reliance in design, manufacture and maintenance of aerospace defence equipment
and diversifying to related areas, managing the business on commercial lines in a climate of
growing professional competence ".
OUR VALUES
• CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
We are dedicated to building a relationship with our customers where we become partners in
fulfilling their mission. We strive to understand our customers ' needs and to deliver products and
services that fulfill and exceed all their requirements.
• INTEGRITY
We believe in a commitment to be honest, trustworthy,and fair in all our dealings. We commit to
be loyal and devoted to our organisation. We will practise self discipline and own responsibility for
our actions. We will comply with all requirements so as to ensure that our organisation is always
worthy of trust.
International Customers Domestic Customers
This Charter is a declaration of our commitment, expectations and highest standards with Total
Quality, to achieve excellence in Design, Manufacture and Maintenance of Aerospace defence
equipment, Software development for Aerospace application and Design Consultancy by
managing the business on commercial lines in the most fair, honest and transparent manner, with
corruption-free service for the benefit of the Customers who are our partners in progress to
ensure safe custody of public money.
COMMITMENT
We commit ourselves to do our duty to the best of our ability, integrity and efficiency with the
prime motto of fulfilling the customer’s, shareholders' and individuals requirements and to rise to
their expectations and beyond.
OUR EXPECTATIONS
We expect you to
STANDARDS
We shall
We shall
• Always be sensitive to our social obligations and maintain the highest ethical standards
in all our endeavors, business and economic activities.
• Always strive to achieve economy in all our products and services without compromising
the quality standards.
• Always remain competitive in the market through continuous improvement in our
technology
• Always strive to reduce the cost and shorten the delivery schedules of our product and
services. We shall eliminate wasteful practices and continuously improve in all areas of
our work. We shall hold our capital assets in public money in absolute trust and shall
commit ourselves to achieve our economic progress competently and in socially
acceptable ways.
We
• Shall adopt systems and procedures which leave no scope for any corrupt practice
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of the information/complaints
• Believe that means and ends cannot be separated. Good end calls for good means.
Good means cannot but lead to good ends. There shall be no need for anyone at any
time to offer bribe or any other inducement for doing business with us. We shall promptly
and expeditiously enquire into all genuine and legitimate complaints of corruption
against any employee of our organisation
• Shall always be honest and transparent and would like to be seen as honest. We shall
not claim any judicial privilege for our documents and records except in rare cases and
that too in the interest of national security.
• Shall implement all the policies and directives of Central Vigilance Commission.
HAL Management Academy (HMA) was
established by the corporate management of
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, way back in
August 1969, under the then name of HAL Staff
College. It was re-named HAL Management
Academy in June 2001 to reflect its focus on
management development, consultancy and
research. HMA has now competed 35 years of
fruitful contribution to the cause of management
education.
Responding to the need amongst practising managers to constantly refresh and update their managerial
skills, HMA offers a variety of programs in an open and short duration format. These programs form a part of
a larger focus on Executive education. HMA’s programs prepare practising managers to meet the
challenges of today’s dynamic business milieu.
These programs provide exposure to the latest development in managerial practice at a global as well as
local level.
HMA’s programs break fresh ground in management thinking as well as practice. Participants gain insight
into both theory as well as application of the latest in management. Participants are encouraged to apply
learning in their organizational contexts, with a view to formulate strategies for post-program
implementations.
Programs at HMA provide not just individual learning, but also the opportunity to network with other
practising managers in the area, providing for active sharing of experience as well as building useful
contacts.
The programs offered are conducted by HMA Faculty, who provide a unique blend of academic, research as
well as consulting skills. In addition, all participants have access to the vast infrastructure as well as
resources of the institute.
• Individual Development
• General Management
• Functional/ Technical Programs
• Leadership Programs
Certain programs provide opportunity for experiential learning inside and outside the classroom. Action
oriented learning is imparted through outbound training in serene settings away from the hustle bustle of the
city.
FACULTY
HAL Management Academy has qualified and experienced full time faculty who have worked for several
years in production divisions. In addition, senior executives from different divisions are also invited as guest
faculty. Apart from this, expert faculty from reputed institutions like the Indian Institute of Management, the
Indian Statistical Institute, the Administrative Staff College of India, the Indian Institutes of Technology, the
Indian Institute of Science and other well known trainers, consultants are also invited to handle sessions on
specialized topics.
METHODOLOGY
HMA continuously reviews and modernizes its knowledge delivery systems to add value to the services
offered by it. A balanced mix of training methods are used in the Programs. Interactive learning is
supplemented with case studies, syndicate work, role plays, management games, computer simulated
business experiences, outbound training, book reviews, panel discussions and project work. All participants
are assigned project work. The knowledge thus gained can be used in their respective work areas.
Outbound training provides them with opportunities for transformation to become effective leaders and team
players.
• LEAN Management
• Integrated Material Management & Supply Chain Management for Value Addition
• Quality Management
• Finance Management
Diagnostics, experience-sharing, action-planning and learning diary help in enhancing the effectiveness of
learning. Diagnostics exercise enables participants to identify difficulties faced in their work-place, helps
them in analysing the situation and arriving at remedial solutions. The Learning Diary helps participants
identify key learning points. Individual and group action plans are
the means for transferring learning from the classroom to the
work-place.
AMBIENCE
A sprawling building amidst thick foliage, lush lawns, pathways and flower beds provide a serene retreat
from the distractions of the bustling metropolis. This ambience has a soothing effect on the minds of the
participants and takes them away from the hectic business scenes to an idyllic location where they can
review their contribution from more creative perspectives.
INFRASTRUCTURE
Training Halls
Library
Auditorium
An auditorium air-conditioned and acoustically designed with 180 seats is also available for
viewing films / videos and conducting seminars. A well-lit dais is also suitable for cultural
Programs by participants.
Accommodation
Forty fully furnished twin occupancy rooms and five dormitories provide accommodation for a
hundred participants. A neat and tidy cafeteria within the campus provides nutritious food and
caters to the palate of the participants from all over the country
Recreation Centre
The recreation centre is equipped with a home-gym, facilities for indoor and outdoor sports and
also a television set, which provide the participants the much needed relaxation during the off-
hours and holidays. A lot of newspapers and magazines are also available.
In the year 1951, when HT-2 the first indigenously designed primary trainer made its first flight, it heralded
the era of Research & Design at HAL This aircraft served as the back bone of IAF's training fleet for more
than three decades.
Subsequently, HAL's R&D capabilities have grown from strength to strength and have been harnessed to
achieve greater heights of self reliance. The Advanced Light Helicopter - ALH (DHRUV) is the latest new
generation helicopter designed and developed by HAL. It is under production since 2002. The test flights on
Technology Demonstrators (TD-I and II) and Prototype Vehicles (PV-1 and 2) of Light Combat Aircraft - LCA
(Tejas) are progressing satisfactorily. The Intermediate Jet Trainer (IJT) is undergoing test flights.
In addition, HAL has successfully completed many systems updates and integration tasks. HAL has 9
Research & Design Centres engaged in the design and development of combat aircraft, helicopters,
aeroengines, gas turbines, engine test beds, aircraft communication and navigation systems and
mechanical system accessories.
The indigenously upgraded MiG-27M aircraft has received Initial Operation Clearance (IOC) and the first
batch of aircraft has been delivered. First flight test on Jaguar Nav WASS upgraded aircraft with
indigenously developed mission computer with weapon delivery capabilities has been carried out and
retromod of fleet has been taken up.
Equipped with the latest facilities, the company is backed by high profile, highly skilled manpower with an
impressive track record of more than five decades of rich experience in all disciplines of aeronautics.
The Aircraft R & D Centre of HAL has a full spectrum of expertise in all facets of aircraft design &
development. Acquired through sustained learning and R & D, our proven capabilities are backed by rich in-
service experience spanning over five decades. Aircraft R&D Center of HAL has eleven successful designs
to its credits ranging from basic trainers to front line combat aircraft. Nine of these designs have gone into
series production and have seen active service in the Indian Air Force.
The Centre has also integrated new weapons & systems on existing
military aircraft. The Centre has extensive state of the art test facilities
and full fledged Manufacturing Infrastructure for building Aircraft prototype and Test Articles & can support
Flight Developments programs and has advanced CAD & Fully Integrated Network System. The Centre, has
been certified for the Development of Military & civil airplane and has been recognized as an R&D Centre by
the Department of Science and Technology. We are committed to the pursuit of excellence through
continuous improvement and innovation.
• HAL's closed circuit wind tunnel is well equipped to meet the low speed aerodynamic test
requirements. The tunnel is equipped with computerized real time data acquisition system and
instrumentation facility to cater to different types of tests. We can undertake design, fabrication and
testing of both low and high speed wind tunnel models and also carry out post-test analysis
• Our structural test laboratories are comprehensively equipped to carry out material
characterisation, static and dynamic tests on structural components and experimental stress
analysis.
• We have the capability to carry out tests on aircraft systems together with expertise in formulation
of test requirements and design and fabrication of test rigs. Our expertise and infrastructure can
• FTC was also involved in clearance of structural modes, avionics updates and weapon integration
in number of aircrafts. Over the years more than ten prototype aircraft projects and number of
modes have been completed successfully involving more than 500 test flights. FTC has been
updating the facilities and refining the test techniques to keep up with the advancements in the
technologies. FTC can undertake development of any specific interface units or electronic units for
aircraft and development of any electronic ground support equipment.
• ARDC has full fledged facilities for System and Structural Test requirements. ARDC has extensive
state - of - the - art test facilities. Iron bird is available for Development and Integration of Advanced
Flight Control System.
• ARDC Simulation Group: - Core competence built-up through research, design, manufacturing and
overhauling of a variety of aerospace products is being utilized by Simulation Business Group
under Aircraft R&D Centre (ARDC) to develop and produce flight and maintenance training
simulators. In specific technology areas of flight simulation, consultancy/assistance would be
provided.
Core Competencies: -
• Up gradation and development of Flight and Maintenance simulators for fixed and rotary wing
• Maintenance of Simulators
Projects Executed (in-house): -
• Cockpit Procedure Trainer for MIG 21 type 77
• Avionics Part Task Trainers for MIG 21 BIS upgraded aircraft for Indian Air Force
• Up gradation of Navigation and Weapon Systems Maintenance Simulator for Indian Air Force
The manufacturing divisions of HAL provide support for special manufacturing processes like
machining and forming of super alloys, development of precision castings and forgings, electron
beam welding etc. These facilities are manned by skilled, experienced and dedicated engineers
and technicians.
We Undertake :
• Preparation of flight test plan, onboard instrumentation and flight testing of aircraft and
systems
• Quality Assurance: - ARDC has well established and well proven design office
procedures and configuration control procedures. Design quality is ensured through
analysis, review, testing and documentation. We also have proven quality assurance
procedures in all the phases of manufacture of prototype aircraft that conform to the
requirement of civil and military airworthiness.
Aircraft Technology
Our proven capabilities in aerodynamic design are backed by contemporary analysis tools,
experimental testing and the ability to take a design from concept to final certification. The Centre
has extensive experience and expertise in :
• Flight Mechanics
• Intake Aerodynamics
• Propulsion Engineering
• Spin Analysis
Structural Technology
• Dynamic Analysis
• State-of-the-art Ground Test Facilities for Static, Dynamic and Fatigue Testing
• Material Testing
• Airworthiness Requirement
• Requirement Analysis
• Avionics Integration
• Installation Design
• System Testing
The objective of the Centre is to research, innovate and create designs for rotary wing aircraft to
meet indigenous and global requirements.
The Centre holds recognition and approval for research, design and manufacture of Civil and
Military helicopters.
Quality Statement
We are irrevocably committed to continuous improvement in all our activities to ensure supply of
products and services that conform to the highest standards of design, reliability and
maintainability as desired by our customers, The design is constantly reviewed and performance
monitored with the active participation of customers and airworthiness agencies in order to
ensure compliance with all requirements.
Detail Design
The Centre has designed and tested wind tunnel models and
flotation models. Dynamic analysis of components and
structures of ALH have been carried out by FEM and FFT
analysis methods.
• Vibration Analysis
System Design
• Avionics
• Electrical System
• Landing Gear
• Oxygen System
Ground Testing
• Development of Special Test Equipment and Integrated Dynamic System facilities like
whirl towers
• Development of Software for Test Control, Monitoring, Data Acquisition and Analysis
Airworthiness
The Centre is proficient in all aspects of certification and customer support which includes:
• Defect Investigation
Projects Completed
• The Centre has successfully designed and developed the multi-role Advanced Light
Helicopter (DHRUV) certified by military and civil certification authorities
• The Centre has also successfully evolved modifications to upgrade Cheetah and Chetak
helicopters to meet user requirement
Current Projects
Advanced Technologies:
• Fly_by_light Controls
• MI Helicopters
• KAMOV Helicopters
Computing Facilities
• Finite element analysis and optimisation of structure using NASTRAN, ANSYS and
ALGOR
Manufacturing
Ground Testing
• Transmission Test Rigs for Gear Boxes, Flexible Couplings and Shafts
• Servo Controllers
• Special On-board Test Facilities and Rigs like Trailing Static Bomb, Electrical AC / DC
Loads, On-board Antenna Pattern Analyser and Photo Instrumentation System
The Design Centre at HAL Nasik division
established in 1964 to provide design support to the
manufacturing programme of MiG-21 FL aircraft has
grown over the years in strength, capability,
infrastructure and facilities into a full-fledged Aircraft
Upgrade Research, and Design Centre (AURDC).
The Centre is supported by a full-fledged analytical laboratory and facilities for fabrication,
assembly, ground resource and flight testing of aircraft and its systems.
Our Quality
Every worker is putting in his best, aiming to do it right from the first time and every time, and
doing it better the next time.
Our Objectives
• Product improvement
• Flight analysis
• Structural Modifications
Modifications and indigenisation of components / material for aircraft and helicopters of Russian
origin acquired by the Indian Air Force and the Indian Navy.
Aircraft Update
• Life extension studies on MiG-21 series, MiG-23, MiG-27M, MiG-29, AN-32 and trainer
aircraft
• Technical Publications
• Quality Assurance
• Modification and Development Projects from the initial conception stage right through
Design, Analysis, System Integration, Prototyping, Ground and Flight Testing
Our Facilities
• Metallography
• Pyrometry
• Flight Testing
• Vibrostrengthening
• Prototype Shop
• Metrology
• Computerised Production Planning and Control System ( PPC ) for Aircraft Production,
Overhaul and Upgrade Tasks
Transport Aircraft R & D Centre was
established in 1967 and has been engaged
in product updates, modification and system
integration on medium capacity transport
aircraft, trainer aircraft and gliders.
Adaptation of integrally milled and hydraulically formed wing panel for integral fuel tank
development to replace rubber tanks on HPT -32 aircraft is an illustration of our commitment to
the pursuit of excellence through continuous improvement and innovation.
The centers successful integration of state of the art maritime surveillance Radar system of M/S
Elta on Navy & Cost Guard DO-228 aircraft is an illustration of our commitment towards meeting
customers needs.
Quality
• Design quality
• Standards
• Defect investigation
• Cabin Layout
Structural Technology
• Material Testing
• Airworthiness Requirement
System Design Integration
Our excellent skills in systems design and vast technical
experience have resulted in the development of several
successful role modifications and update programmes.
• Requirement Analysis
• Installation Design
• System Testing
• Integration of:
o Elta Radar
o Gun Pod
o IR / UV line Scanner
o Flight Data Recorder
o Super Marec Radar
Our Facilities
The
Centre
has well
Technical:
• Test Lab including UTM, 3D CMM, Nikon Profile Projector, Hardness Testing Machine,
CNC Machining Facility, Impact Test Facility, Ultrasonic Testing
• Aircraft Painting
Literature:
• Technical library
Customer Support
• Accident Investigation
The Centre started functioning in the year
1960 with the aim of becoming a globally
competitive R&D Centre for achieving self
reliance in design & development of gas
turbine engines and test beds in a climate of
growing professional competence. The
Centre has successfully developed,
Engines
Accessories
Over the years the Centre has established extensive test facilities for development of aero
engines and components like compressor, combustor and turbine.
• Garrett engine
• Allison engine
• R29B engine
• RD33 engine
• Adour engine
• Pegasus engine
• LM 2500 engine
Quality Assurance
• Balancing machine with provision for measuring unbalance to the nearest 0.5 cmg
accuracy.
Engine Design
Aerothermodynamic Design
Based on the rich experience gained in the successful development of two projects, the Centre
has attained good competence in:
• Layout Design
• Material Science
• Rotor Dynamics
• Tribology
• Expertise in Vibration Analysis, Rotor Dynamics, Material Selection, Life Estimation and
Structural Testing of Components
• Detailed data bank available in the design of Sub-systems like Fuel Control System
(Hydro- mechanical and Electronic), Lubrication System and Blade Vibration Testing
System and Engine Health Monitoring Systems
Test Facilities
The Centre has established excellent capabilities to
commission engine test beds on "turn-key" basis. Test
facilities for aero engine components like compressors,
combustion chambers and turbines have been
established for aiding the development of engines.
Facilities for fatigue testing of blades, overspeed testing
of rotors and 'g' load testing of engines are also
available. The HP 1000 computer based on-line data
acquisition system augments testing and performance
analysis in real time.
Manufacturing Facilities
Quality Assurance
• Balancing machine with provision for measuring to the nearest 0.5 cmg accuracy
Hardware
• Graphic Work Stations
(DEC ALPHA, NEXUS 3500)
Software
• AUTOCAD
Customer Support
We take up the design of small gas turbine engines and their components and provide
consultancy on various problems related to aerodynamics, heat transfer, structures and fatigue.
We undertake engine test beds and accessories test rigs projects from feasibility studies to
project implementation on "turn key" basis.
All projects handled by the Centre are backed by excellent product support and customer
training.
Emanating from the Company's Mission Statement, the strategic Human Resource Development
(HRD) goal of HAL is to create an atmosphere of technological and managerial excellence to
become a globally competitive Aerospace Industry. With the changing environment, rapid
technological changes characterised by a paradigm shift from licensed production to R&D based
production duly balanced with co-development / co-production, technological upgradation etc.,
greater customer demand, focused diversification to civilian and export markets, the overall
objective of the Human Resource Development plan is to build a vibrant and learning
organisation, so as to meet the challenges of quality and excellence, recruitment and retention of
competent human resources and develop high commitment and a sense of belongings to the
Company. Accordingly, the Company's HR Vision, Mission, Objectives, Strategies and Policies
have been identified and indicated as follows:-
VISION
"To make HAL a dynamic, vibrant, value-based learning organisation with human resources
exceptionally skilled, highly motivated and committed to meet the current and future challenges.
This will be driven by core values of the Company fully embedded in the culture of the
Organisation"
MISSION
Enable all those working for HAL to give their best to ensure their all-round growth as well as that
of the Organization
OBJECTIVES
• To ensure availability of Total Quality People to meet the Organizational Goals and
Objectives
• To play a pivotal role directly and significantly to enhance Productivity, Profitability and
improve the Quality of Work Life
STRATEGY
• Maintain Human Resource at optimum level to meet the objectives and goals of the
Company
• Be competent in Mapping, Analysis and Upgradation of Knowledge and Skills including
Training, Re-training, Multi-skilling etc
• Create awareness of Mission, Values and Organizational Goals through out the
Company
• Competence Building
• Commitment
• Motivation
• Employee Relations
In the backdrop of the above, the focus of Human Resource Development initiatives at HAL
emphasize the following:
Hence focus of recruitment would be to recruit people with a combination of knowledge, skill,
experience and attitude in line with the organisational requirement through appropriate manpower
plan both short term (contract appointments) and long term recruitment programme.
Training is one of the most important tools for developing human resource. Hence, identification
of training competency profile in terms of Vision, Mission of the Company would be the strategic
point of the training and development strategy of the Company. The following objectives have
been set in this regard:-
The goals of training will be to progressively achieve 7 days training per employee per year with a
budget of 2% of annual Wage Bill.
Keeping in view the organisational requirement and goals and objectives of training, the following
have been identified as the key focus areas of training:
• Technology
• Tooling
• Quality
• Information Technology
Further, to facilitate the development of soft skills (change of mind-set, managerial development
etc.) training would be imparted on a continuous basis. Tie-ups with Centres of Excellence like
IITs, NDC, FIAS France etc. for imparting training would be given prime importance.
Appraising people for meeting the Company's goal would be the prime focus of performance
management. The new Performance Appraisal System based on work planning and commitment
(mutually agreed tasks) , self-review and performance analysis, performance review and
feedback would ensure that the focus would be on value adding activities rather than on routine
activities which bear no relationship with the Organisation's goals and objectives.
Identification of low performers and resultant corrective action through out the Company would
be given priority. Similarly, faster career growth opportunity would be provided to high
performers.
IV ) REWARD SYSTEM
The focus of the reward system in the Company is to promote team work and cultivate a sense of
achievement and excellence in the Organisation. This is in addition to the existing scheme of
reward for an individual who innovatively and creatively makes exemplary contributions in the key
thrust areas of the Company that would lead to its achieving overall excellence. Coupled with the
above, schemes like "Inter Divisional Competition" and "Profit Sharing Scheme" have been
institutionalised in the Company for team reward.
A "Learning Organisation" is essential for survival in the present era of Liberalisation, Privatisation
and Globalisation. Therefore, "Knowledge" is the only core competence of Organisations for
coping with changes. Since individual knowledge is the starting point for organizational
knowledge, it is only the employees who can convert knowledge into efficient actions.
In line with the above philosophy, among other initiatives like institutionalizing Learning Centres in
Divisions etc., HAL has also introduced the scheme for Learning and Certification for executives
as a starting point for building individual knowledge. The scheme inter-alia provides an
opportunity for the Junior and Middle Management Cadre Executives to broaden their perspective
by not only learning about all functions and procedures in their respective disciplines but also in
related areas and overall knowledge about the Organization and its environment. So far,
approximately, 45% (both for "O" & "A" level) of executives have been certified (Annexure IV). It
is proposed to expand the coverage of this scheme further, if required, by linking the scheme to
some kind of reward mechanism.
Lastly, the HRD Plan will also include time-to-time OD Interventions to address specific
requirement of the Company.