Research, Design & Development Our state-of-the-art department is equipped with the latest cutting-edge technologies for creating aeronautical masterpieces. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is an Indian public sector aerospace and defence company, headquartered in Bengaluru. Established on 23 December 1940 by Walchand Hirachand. LCA, HTT-40, Dornier, Dhruv ALH, Hindustan 228, Rudra,LCH, LUH,CHEETAH, CHEETAK, SYSTEM AND ACCESSORIES The history and growth of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited is synonymous with the growth of Aeronautical industry in India for more than 85 years. In 1939, industrialist Seth Walchand Hirachand met William Douglas Pawley, Director of Harlow Aircraft Company, on a transcontinental flight. This fortuitous encounter paved the way for the establishment of Hindustan Aircraft Limited on December 23, 1940, in Bangalore, marking the beginning of India's journey in aircraft manufacturing. Maharaja H.H ...