HAL Heritage Centre and Aerospace Museum
| Place | Bengaluru |
|---|---|
| State | Karnataka |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 2001 |
| Museum Type | Aerospace / Technical Museum |
| National Importance Museum | Yes |
| Address | Police Station, Near HAL, HAL Old Airport Rd, Marathahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560037 |
| Visiting Time | 09:00 AM – 04:30 PM (Daily) Open 365 days a year. |
| Entry Fee | ₹50 (Adults) ₹30 (Children/Students). Camera fee: ₹50 |
Museum Introduction
Established in 2001, the HAL Heritage Centre and Aerospace MuseumClick to open side panel for more information is India's first aerospace museum. Located on Old Airport Road in Bengaluru, it was founded by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to showcase the growth of the Indian aviation industry and HAL's contribution to aerospace over eight decades.
General Collections
The museum spans over 10 acres and features two major halls and an outdoor aircraft park. The indoor collection includes scale models, historical photographs, and technical diagrams. The outdoor display features a wide array of retired fighter jets, trainers, and helicopters, alongside specialized engines like the Orpheus and Adour.
Unique Historical Collections
First Indian Aircraft: Displays tracing the development of the HT-2, the first aircraft designed and produced in India. Indigenous Fighters: Original airframes of the LCA Tejas (LSP-3) and the Marut (HF-24), India’s first indigenous supersonic fighter. Flight Simulators: Interactive mock-ups and simulators that allow visitors to experience virtual flying.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
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| Notes | The museum includes a beautifully landscaped Rose Garden and an Orchidarium within its premises. It is a major educational site for engineering students and aviation enthusiasts, often hosting school groups for technical tours. |
| Artifacts | LCA Tejas (LSP-3); HF-24 Marut; HT-2 Trainer; MiG-21; Dhruv Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH); Pushpak; Canberra Bomber; Orpheus 701 jet engine; Cross-section of a Jaguar engine. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details | +91 80 2231 8341 |
| Email ID | heritage.museum@hal-india.co.in |