Godrej & Boyce Partners with ADA to Develop Flight Control Actuators for India’s AMCA Fighter Jet

Godrej & Boyce, a key player in India’s aerospace sector, has taken a major step toward strengthening the country’s self-reliance in defense technology by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) at Aero India 2025. This partnership will focus on the indigenous development of flight control actuators for India’s next-generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), a critical component in ensuring superior maneuverability and combat effectiveness.

Strengthening India’s Aerospace Capabilities

With this collaboration, Godrej & Boyce is expanding its role in the AMCA program by transitioning from a “Built to Print” model to a more advanced “Built to Spec” capability. This shift signifies a move towards self-reliant aerospace manufacturing, where the company will design, develop, and test flight control actuators in-house. These actuators play a vital role in controlling the aircraft’s movement, making them a key component of the AMCA’s advanced flight control system.

Under the MoU, Godrej & Boyce will be responsible for:

• Precision manufacturing of flight control actuators.
• Procurement of aerospace-grade raw materials to ensure high durability and performance.
• Assembly and testing of critical components to meet stringent aerospace standards.
• Development of test rigs for qualification tests, ensuring reliability in extreme conditions.

Adopting Cutting-Edge Technology

To enhance efficiency and precision, Godrej & Boyce is leveraging advanced manufacturing technologies, including 3D printing, to streamline production processes. This approach allows the creation of highly complex actuator components in a single print cycle, reducing dependency on traditional machining and assembly methods. This not only improves operational efficiency but also ensures higher performance and reliability of the components.

The company is also accredited by India’s leading defense and aerospace organizations, including DGAQA, DRDO labs, ISRO centers, HAL, BDL, and BEL, alongside global aerospace giants such as Boeing, GE Aerospace, Honeywell, IAI, Parker Aerospace, Rafael, Rolls-Royce, and Safran. These partnerships highlight its expertise in manufacturing high-precision aerospace components.

Showcasing Aerospace Excellence at Aero India 2025

At Aero India 2025, Godrej & Boyce is showcasing its wide range of aerospace manufacturing capabilities, underlining its expertise in producing advanced components for modern fighter jets. Key highlights of the exhibition include:

• Aero engine components such as fans, compressors, turbines, and shafts made from exotic materials.
• Precision-engineered structural components, including tubes, ducts, and brackets crafted from Titanium, Aluminum, and Stainless Steel.
• Indigenously developed Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) such as actuators, nose-wheel steering manifolds, lubrication pumps, and uplocks.
• A working model of an Ejector Release Unit (ERU) for aircraft pylons, crucial for weapon deployment.
• Carbon fiber composite parts designed for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs).

Paving the Way for ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ in Aerospace

Maneck Behramkamdin, Senior Vice President and Business Head of Godrej & Boyce’s Aerospace division, emphasized the company’s commitment to India’s defense self-reliance. “This partnership with ADA reflects our dedication to Atmanirbhar Bharat in aerospace. We are proud to lead India’s aerospace revolution by delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions and world-class manufacturing capabilities. Our goal is to elevate India’s competitiveness in global defense manufacturing,” he stated.

With this strategic collaboration, Godrej & Boyce is not only reinforcing India’s indigenous defense capabilities but also playing a crucial role in the success of the AMCA program. The development of critical flight control actuators will ensure that India’s futuristic stealth fighter remains at the forefront of next-generation aerial combat technology.