Defence Ministry of Argentina to acquire light and medium utility helicopters from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited

Defence Ministry of Argentina Defence Ministry of Argentina had offered the  Letter of Intent with HAL (Hindustan Aeronautics Limited) for the procurement of light and medium utility helicopters for its armed forces

Defence Ministry of Argentina to have collaborated with HAL

In collaboration with Indian defence and fostering cooperation between the two parties, the Defence Minister of Argentina named  Jorge Taiana signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited in  Bengaluru. The 2 parties had collaborated with each other for the acquisition of Light and Medium Utility Helicopters for the armed forces of Argentina. Since 2019, India and Argentina have promoted their relations to the level of a Strategic Partnership. As part of this partnership, an MoU on defence cooperation has been in effect.

HAL and Argentina

Who is the owner of Hindustan Aeronautics?

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) is an aerospace and defence company, owned by the government of India. The company develops, designs, manufactures, and supplies aircraft, helicopters, avionics, and communications equipment for military and civil markets.

Is HAL a government or private company?

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)  is a public sector company established on  23 December 1940,