VIDEO: Meet Hindustan Aeronautics Limited

Yes, there are a few cringe-worthy moments of irony-free propaganda, but this promotional video posted on YouTube earlier today serves as a nice introduction to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). Given that the company's very acronym is vintage Space Odyssey-style irony, it's hard to fault them for generous descriptions of such legendarily troubled programs as Tejas and the Hawk trainer. But you can bet that HAL will be a major force in global aeronautics over the next several decades, given India's rising strategic importance. So enjoy the show, irony and all.