Indian Air Force

Discuss about the Indian Air Force capabilities, changes, upgrades, induction of fighters, comparison with other air forces of the world.
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The United Kingdom has renewed its invitation to India to join the ambitious Tempest sixth-generation fighter jet program, aiming to capitalize on India's expertise and potentially reduce...
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Anant
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is reportedly considering acquiring the Delilah series of air-to-surface missiles from Elbit Systems, an Israeli defence electronics company. Sources familiar with the...
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Sparkle Studio
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In 2019, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) proposed a twin-engine fighter jet design based on the LCA-Tejas platform, aiming to fulfill the Indian Navy's specific requirements. This proposal...
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Anant
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The Indian Air Force's (IAF) ambitious Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) program, intended to procure 114 new fighter jets, is facing significant delays, raising concerns about the potential...
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Boomeranger
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The Indian Army and Air Force's ambitious plans to replace their aging fleet of Cheetah and Chetak helicopters with the indigenously developed Light Utility Helicopter (LUH) have hit a snag...
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Banjo Strings
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India's aerial defence is at a critical turning point. The IAF's Medium Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) tender presents a solution: readily available, capable 4.5-generation jets. While tempting...
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Crusader 2024
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IAF Tejas MkII fighter jet program has seen an intriguing evolution in its engine selection. While the American-made GE F414IN6 engine is now confirmed to power this indigenous aircraft, it wasn't...
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Pink Panther
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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and General Electric (GE) are in advanced discussions for the local manufacturing of the F-414 engine, critical for India's Tejas MkII and AMCA MkI fighter jet...
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Pink Panther
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is giving its fleet of "flying tanks" a new lease on life! These trusty Mi-35 attack helicopters, known for their ruggedness and firepower, will stay in service until...
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Oliver77
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General Electric (GE) is poised to play a pivotal role in India's ambitious Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program, offering its F-414 engine as the powerplant for the next-generation...
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sumeet biswas
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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited's (HAL) troubled HJT-36 Sitara intermediate jet trainer (IJT) program appears to be on the cusp of a major breakthrough, with final clearance anticipated later this...
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Ajath Shri
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is cautiously exploring the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in combat aviation, with a focus on developing unmanned "loyal wingmen" to complement manned...
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Sandeep
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Mahindra Aerospace Pvt. Ltd. is actively strengthening its proposal for the Indian Air Force's (IAF) Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) program, with a high-level team recently visiting Embraer's...
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Sandeep
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) are in advanced discussions to integrate the Advanced Short-Range Air-to-Air Missile (ASRAAM) onto the Su-30MKI fighter jet...
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Akhil
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In an exciting development for India's air force, a computer-generated image released by Engineer Harshal Pal offered a glimpse of the nation's forthcoming Remotely-Piloted Strike Aircraft (RPSA)...
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J S Roy Choudhury
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India's Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A is set to significantly enhance its aerial warfare capabilities with the integration of an indigenous anti-AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control...
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Alok Gupta
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India's homegrown Tejas MkII fighter jet is set to revolutionize the Indian Air Force's (IAF) air defence capabilities, and it's all thanks to its impressive Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile...
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Anant
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) are joining forces to develop the CATS-Warriors, a groundbreaking unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV). This ambitious project...
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Sandeep
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Freshly emerged images during VAdm Krishna Swaminathan's visit to HAL Bangalore facilities have sent aviation enthusiasts into a tizzy, revealing the Tapas unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in various...
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Akshat
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India is set to enhance its air strike capabilities with a dual-missile strategy that combines long-range, high-speed missiles with a more budget-friendly option for diverse battlefield scenarios...
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