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IAF chief hints at foreign fifth-gen fighter option if AMCA is delayed, cites Russia's Su-57 offer
IAF chief Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh has indicated that India could examine foreign fifth-generation fighter options if the indigenous AMCA programme is delayed. Russia has offered its Su-57 fighter, although Singh said no decision has been taken. The IAF is also seeking to expand its fighter fleet as squadron strength remains below the authorised level.
LCA Mk2, AMCA first flight dates confirmed: Defence Secretary reveals timeline for India’s next-gen fighter jets
India's LCA Mk2 medium weight fighter prototype is expected to fly by September 2027. The country's Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft, or AMCA, is targeted for its first flight in September 2028. Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh provided clear timelines for these military aircraft programs. Test flights are set to occur between June and September next year. These developments are crucial for enhancing India's air combat capabilities against regional threats.
HAL shares rise 2% as firm hands over 3 aerospace platforms to IAF. What is Goldman Sachs saying?
Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) shares rose on Monday after the company handed over three indigenously developed platforms to the IAF and Pawan Hans. The deliveries included the Dhruv-NG helicopter, LCA Tejas Trainer jets and HTT-40 basic trainer aircraft.
Tejas Mk1A delivery delayed despite 27 airframes ready, HAL CMD explains why
HAL CMD Ravi K said the company has prepared 27 Tejas Mk1A airframes, but delivery of the first batch to the IAF awaits testing of systems including AESA radar and missile integration. He said HAL hopes to complete deliveries this year. Ravi K also discussed Tejas Mk2, SJ-100 production, Combat Air Teaming System, AMCA, MRO expansion and trainer aircraft deliveries.
Skies over Jodhpur to host India-Japan air combat drills as Japanese Self-Defense Force arrives for Veer Guardian 2026
A Japanese Self-Defense Force contingent has arrived in Jodhpur for Exercise Veer Guardian 2026. This joint exercise will enhance interoperability and operational synergy between the two air forces. The training will focus on improving tactical proficiency and deepening mutual understanding. This event follows a recent meeting between the defense ministers of India and Japan. Both nations agreed to expand cooperation across key sectors including maritime security.
HAL shares rise nearly 3% as GE Aerospace delivers 3 more F404 engines for Tejas Mk1A
HAL shares rose nearly 3% after GE Aerospace delivered three F404-IN20 engines in August for India’s LCA Tejas Mk1A programme. The deliveries come amid prolonged supply delays, as HAL works to fulfil Indian Air Force orders for 180 Mk1A fighters. HAL currently has an annual production capacity of 24 aircraft, with engine supplies critical to ramping up production.
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HAL shares gain 2% after Q1 earnings beat estimates. Nomura, other brokerages hike target price
In the first quarter of FY27, Hindustan Aeronautics showcased a robust 15% rise in net profit, prompting brokerages to adjust their target prices for HAL shares. Notably, Nomura retained its buy rating while upping its target to Rs 6,314. Meanwhile, Motilal Oswal also revised its target to Rs 5,800, attributing this to the impressive quarterly results. The company anticipates ramping up Tejas deliveries starting FY28.
France submits proposal for 114 Rafale fighter jet deal with India, offers large-scale local manufacturing
France submitted its technical and commercial proposal for 114 Rafale fighter jets. Ninety-four aircraft will be manufactured in India with domestic industry partners. This acquisition aims to bolster the Indian Air Force's declining squadron strength. The deal is expected to generate significant business opportunities for Indian companies. India has already contracted 62 Rafale aircraft for its Air Force and Navy.
HAL shares jump over 6%, extend gains for second straight session. What did its annual report reveal?
HAL shares surged over 6% after the company’s annual report highlighted a robust order book of Rs 2.55 lakh crore for FY26, offering 7-8 years of revenue visibility. The defence major expects growth to accelerate through supply chain stabilisation, capacity expansion, infrastructure investments, and faster production ramp-up of key platforms, supporting its long-term growth outlook.
Defence ministry expects 24 Tejas Mk1A jets to be ready by end of year
Defence ministry sources have said that the production and readiness schedule for the LCA Mark1A is expected to reach around 18 to 24 aircraft by the end of the current year. The programme has faced delays due to GE F414 engine supply issues from the US firm. The Tejas Mk1A is part of India’s indigenous fighter aircraft development initiative.
HAL imposes penalties on GE for F404 delays
GE Aerospace is facing penalties for late deliveries of F404 engines for India's Light Combat Aircraft program. Liquidated damages are being applied to each delayed engine. HAL has received only six of the 99 ordered engines. Discussions are ongoing for technology transfer of the more advanced F414 engines for the upcoming LCA Mk2 fighter jet.
HAL seals mega deal with GE for 113 Tejas Fighter jet engines
The complex agreement that promises over 80% transfer of technology is valued at over $1.5 billion. In August 2021, HAL inked a deal for 99 of the F 404-IN20 engines for the first batch of LCA Mk1as. Deliveries under the $716 million engine deal have commenced, though have suffered a significant delay in timelines due to supply chain issues faced by GE.
India-US to conclude USD 1 bn deal by October: HAL Chairman on 113 GE-404 engine deal
India is set to finalize a major deal with General Electric for fighter jet engines. The agreement is expected by October. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited will receive the engines. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027-28. HAL also secured a contract for LCA Mk1A jets. This boosts India's defense indigenization efforts. The deal supports the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision.
IAF strength set to soar: HAL flies high on Rs 62,370 crore order for fighter jets
India's defence ministry has inked a substantial Rs 62,370 crore contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) for 97 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A, including both fighters and trainers. This order aims to bolster the Indian Air Force's fighter jet strength, with deliveries commencing in 2027-28.
HAL shares in focus as India nears $1 billion jet engine deal with GE
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is set to benefit as India nears a $1 billion deal with General Electric (GE) for 113 F404-IN20 engines to power the LCA Mk1A. The order, linked to the Indian Air Force’s expanded fleet requirements, builds on earlier engine contracts and strengthens HAL’s role in India’s indigenous fighter aircraft programme.
India readies $1 billion deal for additional GE engines from the US
India is finalizing a $1 billion deal with General Electric for F 404-IN20 engines to power its Light Combat Aircraft (LCA Mk1a), following a Cabinet clearance for additional orders. This deal supplements a previous agreement for 99 engines and precedes a larger $1.
IAF squadron shortage being addressed through multi-pronged approaches: Parliamentary panel
India's Air Force is grappling with dwindling fighter squadron numbers due to the retirement of older MiG variants. A parliamentary report reveals a multi-pronged approach to address this, including the induction of the homegrown Tejas fighter jet. The report also highlights four spying incidents within the IAF in recent years, with personnel dismissed and one facing trial.
Fighter engine deal likely this year, says HAL CMD
DK Sunil, who recently took charge of India's largest aeronautical company, said several major orders are in the pipeline and HAL is set to double its order book to Rs 2.1 lakh crore within the next year, given the government's strong push towards the Make in India policy. He added production of the LCA Mk1A aircraft is on track and the fighters would be delivered as soon as engines ordered from the US arrive.
New fighter jet version by March, LCA Mk2 by 2027
The LCA Mk1A, which was cleared for procurement by the Centre in 2021, will add the much-needed numbers to the fighter jet strength of the Air Force and is much more capable than the earlier version, as it is equipped with new age radars, electronic warfare systems and mid-air refuelling features.
Tejas flight bolstered my confidence in indigenous tech: PM Modi
Modi, who is the first serving PM to fly on an indigenous fighter jet, undertook the sortie in a two seater trainer version of the aircraft, flying from Bengaluru where the LCA is manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).
Rs 36,468 crore worth of order for Tejas fighter aircraft placed under Modi govt: Officials
More than Rs 9,000 crore has been sanctioned for the development of LCA Mk 2, an updated and more lethal version of LCA Tejas, they said. To further promote indigenisation, including of the aircraft engine, the transfer of technology for manufacturing of the GE engine in India was negotiated with the US firm during Modi's visit to the the country in June 2023, they added.
Air Force set to order 100 more indigenous LCA Mk1A fighter jets
The Indian Air Force is planning to order an additional 100 Mk 1A variant of the indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA), with an estimated value of $8 billion. This order comes after the air force had already placed an order for 83 LCA Mk1A fighter jets. The Mk 1A version is an improvement over the original order, featuring modern avionics, radar, electronic warfare suite, and missile capability. With this order, the total number of LCA jets in the Indian fighter fleet will be 223, second only to the Russian Su 30MKI jets.
IAF to order around 100 more LCA Mark-1A fighter jets for over USD 8 billion
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is planning to purchase around 100 more LCA Mark1A fighter jets to replace its MiG-21 jets. The proposal has been submitted to the Defence Ministry, and if approved, it would give a significant boost to the indigenous aerospace sector.
Tejas Mk 2 to be ready for first flight by 2025
After the Cabinet Committee on Security led by PM Narendra Modi had cleared the project to develop the LCA last year, the emphasis on indigenously designed engine for the fighter plane had left the project in limbo. “With this new pact, 90% of the components will be indigenous and the focus will be on state-of-the-art radar systems, weapons, and other capabilities.
The nuts and bolts of the engine Modi brings to power Atmanirbhar Bharat
General Electric's GE Aerospace has signed an MoU with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), to make the fighter jet engine GE414 in India, a significant step in shifting India’s dependence on foreign countries for its military aircraft. India currently buys its fighter jets from Russia and France, but with the transfer of technology of GE414, the country will have more independence in producing its jet fighters.
GE Aerospace inks pact with HAL for joint production of fighter jet engines in India
Under the terms of the MoU, GE Aerospace's F414 engines may potentially be jointly produced in India. This collaboration aligns with Hindustan Aeronautics' previous plans to incorporate these engines into a second generation of light-combat aircraft, while also exploring the possibility of domestic engine production.
Nearly half of DRDO's 'mission mode' projects have been delayed
The delayed projects are in the areas of air droppable container, simulator, tactical radios, light machine gun, air independent propulsion system, Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk-2 (Tejas), torpedoes, the naval LCA, surface to air missile, electronic warfare system for fighter aircraft and ship, advanced towed artillery gun system, and unmanned aerial vehicle.
BHEL bags order to supply compact heat exchanger sets for Tejas aircraft
The BHEL's Heavy Plates and Vessels Plant (HPVP), Visakhapatnam is the sole supplier of heat exchangers for LCA Tejas to HAL since 1996.
Saab pitches for joint development of Sea Gripen fighter jets
Saab has done a feasibility study and they say that they have identified all the modifications that need to be done to the Gripen to create a naval version.
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