Russia to Supply Key Metallurgical Materials for Sukhoi-30MKI Overhaul

In a move set to strengthen India's air defence capabilities, Russia will provide vital metallurgical inputs to support the overhaul and modernization of the Indian Air Force's Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jet fleet.

State-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) will manage the overhaul at its Koraput facility in Odisha. The supply of raw materials and processed components, notably superalloys, from Russia is pivotal for the maintenance and upgrade of these aircraft.

The Sukhoi-30MKI, a cornerstone of India's air defence, requires meticulous upkeep to ensure peak operational readiness. Timely provision of these materials will allow HAL to carry out essential maintenance and upgrades, extending the aircraft's service life and combat effectiveness.

Beyond immediate overhauls, HAL is preparing for a major modernization program starting in fiscal year 2026-27. This extensive upgrade will focus on enhancing the Sukhoi-30MKI's capabilities to maintain its edge in modern air combat.

A significant aspect of this modernization is a comprehensive cockpit redesign, introducing new-generation touch widescreen displays. This is expected to boost pilot situational awareness, data visualization, and control, contributing to overall operational efficiency.

The Sukhoi-30MKI's advanced autopilot, supporting all flight stages, including low-altitude terrain-following operations, will also be enhanced.

The combined effect of Russian metallurgical inputs and the upcoming modernization efforts aims to significantly bolster the Sukhoi-30MKI's performance and longevity, ensuring it remains a formidable asset in the Indian Air Force's fleet for years to come.

 

[Sandeep]

Before 2014 we had everything. Submarines, Aircraft carriers. CORVETTES, and even first order of Tejas was given by UPA govt. In 2004- 2014, 200 Su 30mki, 45 Mig 29 for aircraft carriers, 75% of Brahmos, 100 AJT trainers etc was bought.

You’re factually wrong about ordering the Tejas under the UPA. The order for Tejas MK1A wasn’t given until 2015 and until then they had only made 7 limited series production.

As for submarine the contracts, price and discussion was already discussed and agreed by 2004 and construction began after that so UPA didn’t make this deal.

Also with the Kamorta corvette they had already approved the design and construction by 2003.

As for the Sukhoi 30MKI the deal to manufacture 140 jets was signed in 2000. Before that 50 were made in Russia and imported it.

As for the Mig 29K a small order of 12 jets was given by 2004 for training and evaluation and after that a larger order was given which was going to occur anyway.

As for the Brahms missile a company was formed and tests began in 2001 and induction and orders followed after.

For the Hawk AJT a deal was made before 2004 and delivery began from 2008 onwards and then manufactured under licence.

So you see the deals were made mostly by the previous NDA government and delivery of the orders began throughout the UPA tenure but they didn’t order or make many deals at all except repeat orders based on the contracts signed during the NDA.

 

[Sridhar]

Before 2014 we had everything. Submarines, Aircraft carriers. CORVETTES, and even first order of Tejas was given by UPA govt. In 2004- 2014, 200 Su 30mki, 45 Mig 29 for aircraft carriers, 75% of Brahmos, 100 AJT trainers etc was bought.

FYI . TEJAS order was placed during Narendra Modi's 1st term . Orders for AJT happened during Atal Bihari Vajpayee's tenure.
BRAHMOS - project dates back to late 90s when UPA was not in power. Mig 29 K is a disaster. That's why RAFALE M is chosen as its replacement. SCORPENE deal was languishing for years , till it got cleared post UPA 2 . RAFALE deal was signed during NDA under NAMO . Artillery modernisation picked up pace post 2014.
Check facts and figures before you post your views.