Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is preparing to unveil a significant advancement in military aviation technology at the forthcoming Aero India exhibition in 2027.
The focus is on the Combat Air Teaming System – Optionally Manned Combat Aircraft (CATS OMCA), a system designed to potentially transform retired military aircraft into modern, adaptable platforms, optionally piloted aircraft (OPA).
The demonstration model will be based on the Kiran Mk2 trainer aircraft. This initiative...
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Hyderabad-based Astra Microwave Products Limited (AMP) has become a vital contributor to India's domestic defence production capabilities. The company has announced it can produce 36 Uttam Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radars annually.
This capacity highlights AMP's expanding contribution to providing the Indian armed forces with advanced technology, supporting the national "Make in India" and "Atmanirbhar Bharat" (self-reliant India) programs, which aim to decrease reliance on...
Armenia has strengthened its air defenses by procuring a substantial number of Akash 1S missile systems from India, according to a recent report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).
The deal reportedly includes approximately 15 launcher units and 400 of the advanced Akash-1S missiles. This move signifies a major step in Armenia's efforts to modernize its military and highlights India's growing role as a defence exporter.
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The Akash 1S is a modernized version of...
Recent claims about the capabilities of India's Astra MkIII, a domestically produced beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile (BVRAAM), have been met with skepticism.
A Pakistani defence analyst questioned the missile's advertised 340-kilometer range when launched from an altitude of 20 kilometers (approximately 65,600 feet), suggesting it's "near impossible" given the operational limitations of Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft.
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The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the...
Rolls-Royce, the British aerospace and defence giant, has signaled its strong interest in a deep partnership with India to co-develop a next-generation engine for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program.
This collaboration aims to go beyond a simple transfer of intellectual property rights (IPR), focusing instead on building indigenous capabilities for India's long-term defence self-sufficiency and potential export opportunities.
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Rolls-Royce is proposing a collaborative model...
The Indian Air Force (IAF) aims to significantly increase its fighter aircraft strength to 60 squadrons by 2047, the year marking the centenary of India's independence.
This ambitious goal, revealed by senior IAF officials, is part of a broader strategy to bolster air dominance and national security in response to evolving global and regional challenges.
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The expansion plan represents a substantial increase from the IAF's current operational capacity. To achieve this, a combination of...
India's advancements in radar technology could significantly enhance the capabilities of Russia's Su-57 fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, should India decide to collaborate on the project.
A senior Indian Air Force (IAF) official recently disclosed details of a Russian proposal involving the transfer of technology for the Su-57, with a focus on India's superior radar systems.
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The key to this potential upgrade lies in India's development of Gallium Nitride (GaN)-based Active...
India's growing strength in aerospace technology is on full display in a newly released poster of the Tejas Mk2, the next generation of the domestically produced Light Combat Aircraft (LCA).
The image showcases the aircraft's enhanced design and impressive array of weapons, highlighting its evolution into a versatile, multi-role fighter jet ready to meet the demanding operational needs of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
The Tejas Mk2, an upgraded version of the LCA Tejas, is a joint project of...
Sri Lanka is in talks with India to establish a facility for manufacturing small arms within the country, according to Sri Lanka's State Minister of Defence, Pramitha Tennakoon.
This initiative signals a strengthening of defence cooperation between the two nations and a move towards greater self-reliance in defence production for Sri Lanka.
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The discussions represent a deepening of the relationship between Sri Lanka and India, motivated by shared security interests in the Indian Ocean...
Lockheed Martin, the American aerospace and defense company, has announced that the Indian Navy will receive all remaining MH-60R Seahawk helicopters by the end of 2026. This commitment reinforces the company's dedication to strengthening India's maritime defense capabilities.
The Indian Navy currently operates ten MH-60R helicopters. Lockheed Martin confirmed, "Ten MH-60R helicopters are presently operational with the Indian Navy. The complete order of 24 MH-60Rs will be delivered to India...
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is significantly increasing production of the indigenous Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) to meet the needs of the Indian Air Force (IAF) and support India's drive for self-reliance in defense manufacturing.
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has mandated that HAL deliver 12 Tejas aircraft in 2025, followed by an ambitious target of 20 aircraft annually from 2026 onwards. This directive highlights the government's commitment to the "Make in India" initiative...
India has the potential to domestically develop a replacement for its aging fleet of Ilyushin IL-76 transport aircraft, leveraging technology derived from the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program, according to a retired Indian Air Force (IAF) navigator.
The navigator, Mr. Vaidya, a veteran of the IL-76, believes that India can create a successor to the IL-76 by utilizing advancements made in engine technology during the AMCA project. Specifically, the development of a new...
A recent analysis by the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI), a highly respected European defence think-tank, has dispelled claims that the Chinese-made J-10C fighter jet offers the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) an advantage over the Indian Air Force's (IAF) Rafale.
The report definitively concludes that the Rafale maintains superiority in key areas crucial for modern aerial combat.
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The RUSI analysis, authored by airpower expert Justin Bronk, directly addressed claims often promoted by...
India's unveiling of its domestically produced Gallium Nitride (GaN)-based Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar, intended for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) and Super Sukhoi upgrade, has sparked debate in defense circles.
This indigenous radar, created by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), signifies a major advancement in India's pursuit of self-reliance in crucial military technology.
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However, this development raises a key question: why...
In a major development for India's Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has opened the door for Russia to participate in negotiations regarding the engine for the indigenous fifth-generation fighter jet.
This represents a change in strategy, as previous discussions had largely centered on Western engine manufacturers like General Electric (US), Safran (France), and Rolls-Royce (UK).
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The inclusion of Russia reflects a growing acknowledgement of the...
India's state-owned aerospace company, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), has reached a key milestone in strengthening the Indian Air Force (IAF) with the completion of nine Tejas Mk1 trainer aircraft. This achievement is part of a larger order of 18 trainers from the IAF, intended to modernize the force's training capabilities.
The total order of 18 trainers comprises 10 requested in 2021, supplementing an earlier order of 8. These new aircraft will provide pilots with a cutting-edge...
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is upgrading its Tejas Mk1A Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) with the Advanced Short Range Air-to-Air Missile (ASRAAM), a modern European missile, signaling a move away from the older, Russian-made R-73 missiles.
Recent confirmations of the ASRAAM being fitted on the Tejas Mk1A demonstrate the IAF's commitment to improving the aircraft's close-combat fighting ability.
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The R-73 (known by NATO as AA-11 Archer) has served as the IAF's main short-range air-to-air...
The Indian Army's approach to modernizing its anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) arsenal has raised questions. While the Army continues to depend heavily on older, 2nd-generation ATGMs, several domestically developed 3rd-generation systems are now available, developed both by the DRDO and private companies.
These new, indigenous 3rd-generation ATGMs offer significant advantages. These include "fire-and-forget" technology, which allows the missile to lock onto and track a target autonomously...
India's forthcoming Tejas Mk2 fighter jet, a significantly upgraded version of the indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA), is being developed with a strong emphasis on efficient manufacturing and reduced operational costs.
The project leverages advanced engineering principles to ensure both high performance and affordability, a critical balance for the Indian Air Force (IAF).
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The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), the design agency behind the Mk2, is incorporating several key design...
India's program to develop a domestically-built fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), has seen a major shift in its private-sector partnerships.
Mahindra Defence Systems, a subsidiary of Mahindra & Mahindra, is no longer in the running to participate in the aircraft's production, leaving Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) and Larsen & Toubro (L&T) as the primary contenders.
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The AMCA program represents a departure from India's traditional...
