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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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BENGALURU, India – In a major push for self-reliance in India's defense sector, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is spearheading the development of a retractable inflight refueling probe in...
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India's aerospace industry is set to reach new heights with the upcoming first flight of the Tejas MkII, a cutting-edge fighter aircraft developed entirely within the nation. Scheduled for the end...
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The Aero L-39 Albatros, a veteran jet trainer aircraft, finds a unique and versatile role within the Indian defence establishment. Privately owned, yet sporting an Indian Navy serial number, the...
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The Indian government has taken a monumental step toward achieving self-reliance in the defense sector by issuing the largest ever order for indigenous military hardware. The Defence Ministry has...
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India's ambitious Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program promises to deliver a cutting-edge, indigenously developed fighter jet. One interesting design choice is the planned inclusion of...
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The imminent unveiling of China's H-20 stealth bomber should act as a wake-up call for India. This next-generation aircraft is a major advancement for the PLAAF, designed to reshape regional power...
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India's ambitious Tejas MkII fighter jet program is making significant strides thanks to a groundbreaking collaboration between the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) and the National Aerospace...
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is poised to propel its indigenously developed Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A fighter into the international limelight. Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari, the Chief...
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Missile heavyweight MBDA is upgrading a core weapon for Rafale and Mirage operators with the MICA NG (Next Generation). This advanced air-to-air missile is the direct successor to the widely used...
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India's drive for defense self-reliance takes a major leap forward with the unveiling of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited's (HAL) upcoming Indian Multi-Role Helicopter (IMRH). This powerful 13-ton...
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) has bold, long-term plans for its backbone fighter, the Su-30MKI. Aiming to keep the fleet operationally relevant well into the mid-2050s, the IAF is embarking on a...
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A recent report from China is making bold claims: their domestically produced J-20 fifth-generation stealth fighter jet soundly defeated Indian Air Force (IAF) Rafale jets in a simulated combat...
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The mighty Himalayas, along the Ladakh sector of the India-China border, have witnessed a new guardian emerge – the upgraded MiG-29UPG fighter jet of the Indian Air Force (IAF). This potent...
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The Cabinet Committee on Security's (CCS) recent greenlight for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) signals India's continued determination to achieve self-sufficiency in fighter aircraft...
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India's aerospace ambitions are gaining momentum with the announcement that the advanced Tejas Mk-2 fighter jet is aiming for its first flight in 2025. Dr. Jitendra Jadhav, Director of the...
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India's Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A program is making a major stride towards technological independence. Dr. Jitendra Jadhav, Director of the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), has...
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India's ambitions in the aerospace sector are soaring higher than ever. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's recent announcement at the Times Now "India Unstoppable" Summit signals a profound...
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India's ambitious indigenous fighter jet program, the Tejas MkII, is making headway towards its anticipated maiden flight. While component acquisition and preparation are underway, full-scale...
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Be wary of recent reports claiming the Indian Air Force (IAF) cancelled the MRFA (Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft) tender for 114 jets in favor of the locally-developed TEDBF (Twin Engine Deck Based...
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Recent test flights of China's J-20 fighter jet over the Tibetan Plateau have highlighted potential shortcomings in its high-altitude performance, according to Indian defense analyst Abhijit...
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