A Time-Bound Approach to AMCA Development
A user on X recently asked me what I would do differently if I were in charge of the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program. The real challenge is not…
Exclusive : AMCA Production with HAL-Led Joint Venture
India is taking a significant leap in indigenous fighter jet production with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) leading a Joint Venture (JV) to manufacture the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). This…
Tejas Mk2 & AMCA : 8 Private Contenders
The Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) is an ambitious indigenous program led by India’s Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) under the Ministry of Defence (MoD). This initiative aims to develop a…
Hansa NG: Hits a “Canadian” Roadblock
Recently, the National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL) successfully demonstrated the Hansa NG, India’s first indigenous flying trainer aircraft. This aircraft fills gaps that were previously met by imported options. Designed for…
The F-35 for India: Strategic Leap or Technological Trap?
Donald Trump, in his characteristic bluntness, recently stated, “We want to sell engine weapons worth billions and billions of dollars, we are working on to make sure India eventually have…
F-35 for India: Evaluating the U.S. Offer and Its Implications on Indian Defense Programs
The United States’ offer of the F-35 to India has sparked significant discussions within defense circles. During a joint statement with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, former U.S. President Donald Trump…
India’s Defence Budget
The Government of India has increased the capital outlay on defence services to Rs 1.8 lakh crore, up from the Budget Estimates (BE) of Rs 1.72 lakh crore in the…
HAL’s Call for Co-Development of EW Suite for LCH
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a leading Indian aerospace and defense company, recently issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to co-develop an advanced Electronic Warfare (EW) Suite for its Light Combat…
Monstrous Virupaksha Radar of Su30 MKI Upgrade
DRDO’s Electronics and Radar Development Establishment (LRDE) is starting fabrication of the Virupaksha radar for the Indian Air Force’s Su-30MKI upgrade. They are setting up two assembly jigs to begin…
Private Push by ADA for AMCA & Tejas Mk2
The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) has taken a big step to involve Indian private companies in making key parts for combat aircraft. By inviting private firms, ADA aims to speed…