AMCA FIGHTER JETS
Can India’s Rafale slay China’s ‘Mighty Dragon’ deployed near LAC?
New satellite imagery reveals the deployment of J-20 stealth fighter jets by PLA Air Force near LAC. India seems confident that newly-acquired Rafale fighters and S-400 air defence systems can effectively thwart any Chinese threats
Big gain for IAF: Govt clears next-gen fighter prototypes and development
The government has approved the development and prototype production of next-generation fighters for the air force, aiming to bolster the domestic manufacturing ecosystem and enhance the armed forces' combat capabilities. The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) greenlit the estimated Rs 15,000 crore proposal, advancing the project to the prototype production stage. The Advanced Multirole Combat Aircraft (AMCA), a fifth-generation fighter jet, is slated to take flight by 2028, featuring cutting-edge technologies like stealth capabilities, AI integration, long-range targeting, and compatibility with unmanned systems.
India clears project to develop AMCA 5th generation stealth fighter aircraft
The Cabinet Committee on Security has approved the DRDO's project to develop the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), a fifth-generation stealth fighter jet. The project, estimated at around Rs 15,000 crore, aims to design and develop the aircraft along with its technologies in partnership with private and public sector agencies. The AMCA project is expected to create numerous job opportunities and boost the indigenous military industry. The aircraft is planned to be inducted into operational roles after 2030 and could potentially lead to the development of future generations of fighter jets in India.
New fighter jet version by March, LCA Mk2 by 2027
The LCA Mk1A, which was cleared for procurement by the Centre in 2021, will add the much-needed numbers to the fighter jet strength of the Air Force and is much more capable than the earlier version, as it is equipped with new age radars, electronic warfare systems and mid-air refuelling features.
Fighter jet engine deal with India to start this year: GE Aerospace's Amy Gowder
GE Aerospace Defence & Systems President Amy Gowder in an exclusive interview with ET shared that India's fighter jet engine technology deal with the US is progressing on time and a detailed technical proposal with Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) will be shared with HAL soon. The timeframe for starting engine production will depend on the requirements of the Indian Air Force and Defence Research and Development Organisation but broad plans are to prepare for deliveries within three years.
All US clearances received: HAL, GE to produce jet engines for LCA Mark2, AMCA fighter jets in India
"The engines of LCA Mark 2 and the first two squadrons of the indigenous Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft would be produced within the country together by American GE and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited as all the clearances have been received from the US," DRDO chief Dr Samir V Kamat told ANI. The HAL and GE from the US would be producing these engines jointly in a facility in India.
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GE jet engine deal a game changer; will engage private sector: HAL
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Chief CB Ananthakrishnan stated that the partnership with US firm GE Aviation to manufacture GE's F414 INS6 fighter jet engines in India is a "big game changer" and will become the basis of future indigenous engines that will power military aircraft. The technology transfer deal will result in an 80% transfer for the engines.
France back in race for next generation fighter engine
India and France have plans to jointly develop a next-generation combat aircraft engine, according to a document issued as part of India's PM Narendra Modi's recent visit to Paris. Talks have been ongoing since 2016 with Safran to co-create a 110 kN-powered engine for future multipurpose aircraft, but the technical talks soon hit a road bump.
Another jet engine powers PM Narendra Modi's France visit after GE deal in the US
While the highlight of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's France visit is the acquisition of 26 Rafale M fighter jets and 3 more Scorpene class submarines for the Navy, the development of a new jet engine in India can also be announced. Right after Modi's US visit, which featured critical tech transfer from the US to India, French Ambassador to India Emmanuel Lenain said that France had been a pioneer in the transfer of technology to India and that no other country was ready to go as far in support to Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
Make in India dream for defence sector moves one step closer, first jet likely in 3 years
The MoU inked between General Electric (GE) Aerospace and Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) in Washington will translate into the actual contract “within a few months” after conclusion of some remaining commercial negotiations, a top government officer told TOI in an interview on Friday.
The nuts and bolts of the engine Modi brings to power Atmanirbhar Bharat
General Electric's GE Aerospace has signed an MoU with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), to make the fighter jet engine GE414 in India, a significant step in shifting India’s dependence on foreign countries for its military aircraft. India currently buys its fighter jets from Russia and France, but with the transfer of technology of GE414, the country will have more independence in producing its jet fighters.
India, US to jointly produce engines for next generation fighter jet aircraft
India has been seeking fighter jet engine technology to try to boost its self-reliance in defence manufacturing. Officials stated that up to 80% tech transfer will be undertaken. GE is set to build 99 engines for the Indian Air Force for the upcoming order for LCA Mk2 fighter jets.
Drones, jet engines fly ties to sky & beyond; underscore India’s recalibration of strategic calculus
India’s proposed $3.5 billion acquisition of the 31 MQ9B high altitude, long endurance drones — 15 Sea Guardians for Navy and eight Sky Guardians each for Army and IAF — under the US government’s foreign military sales (FMS) programme will eventually have to be cleared by the Indian Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) before the final contract is inked.
GE Aerospace inks pact with HAL for joint production of fighter jet engines in India
Under the terms of the MoU, GE Aerospace's F414 engines may potentially be jointly produced in India. This collaboration aligns with Hindustan Aeronautics' previous plans to incorporate these engines into a second generation of light-combat aircraft, while also exploring the possibility of domestic engine production.
US, UK in race for making fighter engine in India
India has been looking for partners to develop an engine that provides at least 110 kilonewton, or kN, of thrust and would be used for future projects like the proposed advanced medium combat aircraft (AMCA) and a twin-engine deck-based fighter.
Tejas aircraft emerges as top choice for Malaysia's fighter jet programme
Malaysia has narrowed down on the Indian aircraft notwithstanding stiff competition from China's JF-17 jet, South Korea's FA-50 and Russia's Mig-35 as well as the Yak-130 plane, Chairman and Managing Director of Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), R Madhavan, told PTI in an interview.
Selected OEM for multi-role fighter aircraft programme will have to ensure tech transfer: Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari
Air Chief Marshal Chaudhari said procurement of 114 jets under the MRFA project and acquisition of 83 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas will help the IAF significantly enhance its combat prowess. He also referred to the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project.
India, UK to work on fighter jet, engines, marine projects
Talks on the defence front focused on intensifying cooperation on joint research, co design and production of emerging defence systems, with the UK assuring that the highest level of access to technology will be given to the Indian industry in coming days.
DRDO constructs multi-storey building in 45 days; to house R&D facilities for AMCA project
"The DRDO has completed the construction of a multi-storey infrastructure for flight control system at ADE Bengaluru with hybrid technology consisting of conventional, pre-engineered and precast methodology in record 45 days," said one of the officials.
AMCA: Made-in-India stealth fighter jets for Indian Air Force
India is now finally getting set to launch its most ambitious indigenous military aviation project to build a fifth-generation fighter or the advanced medium combat aircraft (AMCA) with advanced stealth features as well as 'supercruise' capabilities.
Will buy Jets, won't achieve goal of 45 squadrons: Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari
The air force will soon face a shortage in its squadron strength, which could fall below 30 as plans are in place to retire the four remaining MiG 21 squadrons within four years.
$700 million fighter jet engine deal with US soon, negotiations almost done
The jet engines, to be bought from General Electric (GE), are for the recent order of 83 of the LCA Mk1A version placed by the Indian Air Force.
India looks at a tight deadline to develop next generation fighter jets
The Advanced Multirole Combat Aircraft project has been assigned an internal timeline to fly by 2027, which has been described as ‘very tight’ by the air force that is fully supporting the project.
India likely to produce next generation fighter jets in a private sector-led joint venture
India’s leading aero manufacturer, state-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) is currently working out the costs involved and the structure of the planned JV for the production of the fifth generation Advanced Multirole Combat Aircraft (AMCA), with an ambitious target for 2028.
Rafale offsets: New fighter jet engine complex coming up, French assistance likely
The new engine complex is being set up as a national mission to develop a 110 kilo newton powered engine for the future class of advanced medium combat aircraft (AMCA) and could produce the engine within seven years of starting work.
IAF presses ‘reset’ button on modernisation plans to push ‘Make in India’
The AMCA is a 5th generation-plus fighter, which would have a multitude of technologies borne out of the indigenous production of Tejas Mk-II and other contracts under `Make in India’. We expect the AMCA development to take place in a time-frame of next 15 years.
HAL to provide IAF with 83 Tejas fighters in Rs 39,000 crore deal
The biggest deal in the indigenous military aviation sector has been finalised, with the overall cost of IAF acquiring 83 single-engine Tejas fighters and their support package from HAL being slashed from the earlier around Rs 56,500 crore to Rs 39,000 crore. The over Rs 17,000 crore reduction in cost has come after hard-nosed negotiations.
After France, now UK pitches for joint development of future fighter jet engine
Making a pitch for the ambitious Indian plan to achieve self reliance when it comes to combat engines – a key technology area that only top defence production nations have expertise in – the UK has said that the two countries are `natural partners’. The offer comes even as Safran has said that it is ready to transfer the full technology for jet engines.
Defence ministry to seek Cabinet nod for prototype of desi stealth jet
The defence establishment plans to seek the Cabinet Committee on Security’s approval for the detailed design and prototype development of the advanced medium combat aircraft by early next year with the IAF committed to the development of FGFA.
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