NASHIK- Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) in Nashik, overhauled two more civilian aircraft at its new MRO facility. It has recently launched its maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for civilian aircraft, expanding its operational scope beyond military aviation. The Nashik MRO’s expansion creates significant economic benefits, as noted by Manish Rawal, vice-president of Nashik Industries and Manufacturers’ Association (NIMA). In March 2025, the facility marked a significant milestone by completing its first civilian aircraft overhaul—an A320neo from IndiGo’s fleet—and returning the aircraft to service within the same month.

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), traditionally focused on defence aircraft, launched civilian maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services at its Nashik facility in March 2025. The facility completed its first civilian overhaul—an A320neo for IndiGo (6E)—in March, followed by two Embraer aircraft, an E-175 (75-seater) and an E-145 (50-seater), for a private airline. The E-175 was delivered in late April 2025, and the E-145 in early May.

Partnering with Airbus in November 2023, HAL established a DGCA- and EASA-compliant ‘C’-Check facility for A320 aircraft. Airbus provided consultancy, tools, and technical documentation, with French representatives conducting site visits to enhance capabilities.

The partnership included skill workshops for HAL staff, ensuring compliance with global standards. HAL plans to overhaul 12 A320s annually, scaling to 20 aircraft in phases. Airbus’s recommendations led to facility upgrades, including advanced diagnostic tools and streamlined workflows. The ‘C’-Check process, involving comprehensive inspections and repairs, ensures aircraft safety and efficiency, reducing downtime for operators.