Testbeds Cannot be Foreign Assets
– By Srivatsa RV As someone who has closely observed India’s aerospace journey, I feel increasingly uneasy about a critical capability we’ve repeatedly neglected, having our own flying testbed. For…
HAL’s HTFE-25 Engine: How Delays and Oversights Stalled It
India’s drive for self-reliance in aerospace technology continues to gather pace but continues to get lusty blows from engine development aspect. One of the key milestones in this journey was…
HLFT42: HAL’s Quest for an Advanced Fighter Engine
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is actively searching for an advanced aero engine for its next-generation supersonic lead-in fighter trainer, the HLFT42. The company seeks a high-thrust, fuel-efficient, and reliable turbofan…
GTRE Kaveri Engine – Progess from 2011 CAG Report
By : Srivatsa RV/Reach Defence The Gas Turbine Engine Establishment (GTRE) has faced numerous challenges over its operational tenure. These challenges have come in various forms, including severe funding limitations,…