HAL and BEL's Indigenous IRST System for IAF Su-30MKI Fighters Nears Trials

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), two prominent Indian defence companies, are preparing for crucial trials of their jointly developed long-range dual-band infrared search and track (IRST) system for Su-30MKI fighter jets in late 2024. This indigenous IRST system represents a significant stride towards India's self-reliance in critical defence technology for the Indian Air Force (IAF).

The IAF intends to equip 84 of its upgraded Su-30MKI aircraft, designated as Super-30 MKI, with this advanced IRST system. These upgraded jets will undergo a local transformation process under the supervision of HAL. Currently, these aircraft rely on Russian-origin IRSTs, highlighting the importance of this indigenous development.

The project received approval from the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) under the "Make II" category in May 2018. While the initial timeline aimed for induction between 2018 and 2021, the project faced delays.

The IAF has set demanding specifications for the IRST system, including:

• Long-range IR detection: The system must detect infrared signatures of enemy aircraft at substantial distances.
• Wide field of view (FoV): A large FoV allows pilots to scan a broader area for potential threats.
• High-resolution displays: The IRST should provide pilots with clear, high-resolution infrared (IR) and electro-optical (EO) images for precise target identification.
• Automatic tracking: The system should automatically track air and ground targets, reducing pilot workload.
• 3D localization: An eye-safe laser rangefinder integrated with the IRST will enable accurate 3D target location.

The successful trials and subsequent induction of this IRST system will significantly enhance the IAF's air combat capabilities and reduce its dependence on foreign suppliers for critical technology.

 

[wallisk]

But they don't have 100% tech. How will they give the engine tech, for example? Saab hasn't won any tender at all in the whole last decade. The Indo-US deal also says only 80% ToT. And then there are many systems which Saab or DRDO can't make. Say, the ejection seat. Only Rafale has a chance at winning.

Oh and moreover, Saab itself is trying to buy 100% share and make the planes on their own.

And after all that, who will pay for the development of new subsystems? There is no such proposal whatsoever.

Rafale also uses same UK MB ejection seats! GEF414 deal is being signed and these same engines are used in Gripen-E. But, if GoI wants they can ban SEF's in MRFA tender citing MK2 program support next also; thereby favouring Dassault lone contendor....

 

[wallisk]

SU-57

IAF pilots flew it again it seems so...

 

[Akshat]

How is Dassault going to make 382 Rafale’s in 5 year’s, which is one of the conditions of MRFA, also 70% TOT, can’t meet the timeline or the TOT so your favorite jet 👎 👋✋

MRFA says make 382 Rafale in 5 years? We are going to buy those many jets?

And ToT level is 50%. Which IAF and IN's favorite jet Rafale will meet like a walk in the park.

 

[Akshat]

Rafale also uses same UK MB ejection seats! GEF414 deal is being signed and these same engines are used in Gripen-E. But, if GoI wants they can ban SEF's in MRFA tender citing MK2 program support next also; thereby favouring Dassault lone contendor....

They don't have to. Gripen failed the trials last time. Only EF and Rafale cleared the trials. Among new planes, only Su35 and F15 are there. Out of these F15 is the only one who can actually clear the trials. And EF and F15 are going to be hugely expensive. If not, we can buy them anyways. So GoI doesn't need to favor anyone but India.

 

[Akshat]

better than wasting money on super expensive obsolete tech.

As I said, that's what our enemies like you and Pinky panther hope.

 

[kumar]

asinine talks... SU30MKI got JAMMED by Porks SEAD planes and could not fire ANY BVRAAM's...

Yes sir. As u say. BVRAAMs were not fired because su30s were jammed and not because of the distance.

 

[kumar]

Seems like you have low IQ or you are a foreign agent who talks trash. Any evidence to say Su30 was jammed or is just your fantasy stories?

He is always peddling foreign wares.

 

[Pink Panther]

IAF pilots flew it again it seems so...

Yes it is confirmed Rafale is out of MRFA,GOI outrightly rejected it.

 

[Pink Panther]

Never ever. India's enemies can keep hoping we waste money on that junk.

You know that right your jet is outrightly rejected by the GOI.

 

[PKPRS]

As I said, that's what our enemies like you and Pinky panther hope.

You didn’t hear the news, my statement not one more than 36 Rafale’s has become true today, this why only real dreams come true not day dreams.

 

[PKPRS]

Already Saab have approached HAL for jv, promising 100% tech transfers by replacing all EU and USA avionics systems displays computers with DRDO-BEL and/or Saab make ones... Saab will 100% win this MRFA tender soon, as USA-India GEF414 deal also getting signed soon! F21 F18SH F15EX SU57 SU35S no chance of getting 100% ToT at all!

Yes most probably, right now they are the only Country who couldn’t able sell their product and deperate, so can extract a lot from them, also the engine GE F414 that we will be making is used only by that jet besides F/A-18 that we won’t be buying, also MAdi made a trip to Italy to get TOT from them for the Avionics, so it is confirmed Frenchie’s are out, everything is coming togeter, if selected they will be making atleast 200.

 

[PKPRS]

As I said, that's what our enemies like you and Pinky panther hope.

GOI is finally saved from the enemy, Rafale is rejected.

 

[Akshat]

You didn’t hear the news, my statement not one more than 36 Rafale’s has become true today, this why only real dreams come true not day dreams.

Yup. Not one but 114. IAF just can’t have enough of those.

 

[Akshat]

GOI is finally saved from the enemy, Rafale is rejected.

Oh GoI is negotiating for it already.

 

[Akshat]

You know that right your jet is outrightly rejected by the GOI.

Please show the proof that IAF’s fav jet is rejected.
IAF's favorite jet hasn't been rejected bro. In fact today GoI has selected Rafale practically.

 

[Akshat]

Yes it is confirmed Rafale is out of MRFA,GOI outrightly rejected it.

Only in the dreams of Indian’s enemies.

 

[Akshat]

Yes most probably, right now they are the only Country who couldn’t able sell their product and deperate, so can extract a lot from them, also the engine GE F414 that we will be making is used only by that jet besides F/A-18 that we won’t be buying, also MAdi made a trip to Italy to get TOT from them for the Avionics, so it is confirmed Frenchie’s are out, everything is coming togeter, if selected they will be making atleast 200.

Only in the dreams of anti Indians

 

[Vishnu]

They don't have to. Gripen failed the trials last time. Only EF and Rafale cleared the trials. Among new planes, only Su35 and F15 are there. Out of these F15 is the only one who can actually clear the trials. And EF and F15 are going to be hugely expensive. If not, we can buy them anyways. So GoI doesn't need to favor anyone but India.

Can you tell the reason why only F 15 can clear the trails and not SU 35

 

[PKPRS]

Only in the dreams of anti Indians

Thrown away from the list.

 

[PKPRS]

Yup. Not one but 114. IAF just can’t have enough of those.

Day Dream 😴 🛌💭🤔