In a major development for India's indigenous defence capabilities, state-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has invited private Indian companies to participate in manufacturing the country's futuristic fifth-generation fighter jet, the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).
Through an...
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India's journey towards developing advanced unmanned combat aircraft has reached a significant point, as work has officially begun on the full-scale prototype of the Ghatak stealth drone.
The Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE), a key laboratory under the Defence Research and...
Godrej Aerospace, a significant contributor to India's defence manufacturing sector, has formally indicated its strong interest in collaborating with the DRDO's Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) on the development of a new engine for the country's future Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft...
A promotional video released by the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) on Pakistan Day, intended to honour the nation's resilience, has inadvertently drawn attention to the force's continued strategic focus on the Indian Air Force's (IAF) Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jet.
The video, combining national pride...
India has made a significant stride in its quest for defense self-sufficiency with the development of the DATRAN 1500, a domestically produced engine designed to power Main Battle Tanks (MBTs).
This engine, a collaborative project between the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)...
Opinion How F-15EX Jet's Improved Stealth Features, Enhanced Payload and Superior Performance Makes It Viable Contender for India's MRFA Tender
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is seeking to significantly modernize its fleet through the Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) tender, a program aiming to procure 114 advanced fighter jets. Among the contenders, Boeing's F-15EX Eagle II is gaining attention, boosted by a recent endorsement from a...
In a significant boost for the defence forces, the Indian Army and the Air Force are going to get land-attack BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, which would be able to hit targets at a range of beyond 800 Km.
The proposal for the acquisition of around 250 of these missiles has been cleared by...
The Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE), a laboratory under India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has announced that it requires a minimum of $4.5 billion (approximately ₹37,500 crore) to develop a next-generation engine for the country's Advanced Medium Combat...
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is set to receive a significant boost in its production of the Tejas Mk1A fighter jet, with the delivery of 12 F404 engines from General Electric (GE) Aerospace expected this year.
This will allow for a faster rollout of the aircraft to the Indian Air Force...
Analysis Controversial Canard Design on Boeing's F-47 Raises Questions About USAF's 6th-Gen Air Dominance Strategy
The United States Air Force's (USAF) Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program has yielded a glimpse of the future of aerial warfare with the release of artist impressions and renderings of Boeing's proposed F-47 sixth-generation fighter jet.
The images, however, have sparked considerable...
A recent report reveals that the Pakistan Air Force's (PAF) newest JF-17 Block III fighter jet, despite significant upgrades, faces a key operational constraint: its onboard radar has a shorter range than expected, limiting its ability to fully utilize advanced long-range missiles.
This...
Opinion Despite 'Kill Switch' Debunking, Why India Should Remain Cautious About F-35 Acquisition Due to Strategic Autonomy, Cost, and Compatibility Concerns
The Pentagon has formally refuted claims of a "kill switch" within the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II, a rumor that suggested the United States could remotely disable the advanced fighter jet.
While this clarification alleviates some international concerns, India should still exercise...
As the Indian Air Force (IAF) looks to modernize its fighter fleet, the ability to quickly adapt to new threats and integrate the latest technology has become a top priority.
Saab, the Swedish aerospace and defense company, is emphasizing the unique modular design of its Gripen fighter jet as a...
