So there is gonna be two high thrust programs, one for AMCA with the foreign collaboration while the objective for the indigenous one is not clear because of the unknow thrust levels being targeted? or does anyone actually have the target figures of this particular project?
Indian Indigenous Aero Engine Developments
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Small twin-spool gas turbine engine for expendable applications (missiles/UAVs). Six engines total (3 per industry) over 36 months. Features mixed-flow compressor, HP/LP turbines, fuel injection system, DECU, alternator, gearbox. 400mm max diameter components.
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is the Saf-Hal Aravali engine a clean sheet engine co developed and designed by both Hal and Safran or is it based on any existing engine?
It's based on Aneto as far as I know.
Just like Shakti was based on Ardiden.
Their claim is that it will be clean sheet design. But, it will definitely incorporate proven elements from Safran's existing engines in the same category. It doesnt matter when they share IP. Thats a huge win compared to Shakti engine of Dhruv.
This is a proper JV with Safran with IP sharing and local production. Under the agreed workshare, HAL will also participate in the core design. Currently, Aneto is used by 8-9 ton class of helicopters. It cant be just uprated Aneto considering the additional requirement of high altitude.
HAL and Safran Helicopter Engines Sign Final Contract with SAFHAL,Launching Development and Production of the Aravalli engine
Bengaluru, India, August 26, 2026 - Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Safran Helicopter Engines have signed a contract with SAFHAL Helicopter Engines Pvt. Ltd. (SAFHAL) for the design, development, manufacture, supply, and lifecycle support of a new-generation high-power helicopter engine in the 3,500 to 4,000 shp power class, named "Aravalli". This powerplant has been selected to power HAL's upcoming 13-ton Indian Multi-Role Helicopter(IMRH) and its naval variant, the Deck-Based Multi-Role Helicopter (DBMRH).
Bengaluru, India, August 26, 2026 - Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Safran Helicopter Engines have signed a contract with SAFHAL Helicopter Engines Pvt. Ltd. (SAFHAL) for the design, development, manufacture, supply, and lifecycle support of a new-generation high-power helicopter engine in the 3,500 to 4,000 shp power class, named "Aravalli". This powerplant has been selected to power HAL's upcoming 13-ton Indian Multi-Role Helicopter(IMRH) and its naval variant, the Deck-Based Multi-Role Helicopter (DBMRH).