New Delhi: HAL Servo Valve Technology Transfer has received a major boost after Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad signed a Licence Agreement for Transfer of Technology (ToT). The agreement will help HAL manufacture indigenous servo valves in India, strengthening the country’s defence manufacturing capabilities and supporting Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) programs. The announcement was made by HAL through its official social media account.
Details of HAL Servo Valve Technology Transfer
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Research Centre Imarat (RCI), a DRDO laboratory based in Hyderabad, signed the Licence Agreement for Transfer of Technology (ToT) on June 27, 2026.
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The agreement allows HAL to absorb the technology and establish manufacturing facilities for indigenous servo valves that will be used in India’s Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) programs.
What Are Servo Valves
Servo valves are highly precise electro-hydraulic components. They control the movement of flight control actuators, which help aircraft move their control surfaces accurately during flight. These components are critical for maintaining stability, safety, and maneuverability in modern fighter aircraft.
Why HAL Servo Valve Technology Transfer Is Important
This technology transfer is an important step toward India’s defence self-reliance. By manufacturing these critical components inside the country, HAL can reduce dependence on imported technologies and strengthen the domestic aerospace supply chain.
The agreement also supports the government’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative by increasing indigenous production of advanced defence equipment.
Benefits for India’s LCA Programs
The technology will support indigenous Flight Control Actuators used in Light Combat Aircraft programs. With local manufacturing, production can become faster, maintenance may improve, and long-term costs can be reduced. It also helps India build expertise in manufacturing advanced aerospace systems.
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