IAF begins process to acquire 150 advanced jet trainers for fighter pilot training
New Stage-III trainers to bridge gap between basic flight training and frontline fighters such as Sukhoi-30MKI, Rafale and Tejas
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New Stage-III trainers to bridge gap between basic flight training and frontline fighters such as Sukhoi-30MKI, Rafale and Tejas
The Indian Air Force seeks 114 more Rafale fighter jets, bypassing the tender process. The acquisition, costing over Rs 2 lakh crore, will be under the 'Make in India' scheme with Dassault Aviation partnering with an Indian firm. This aims to bolster the IAF's dwindling squadron strength.
US tariffs imposed by Trump are impacting US defense firms' deals in India. India is delaying major defense approvals. Key projects include Boeing P-8I aircraft, Stryker vehicles, Javelin missiles co-production, and fighter jets with Boeing and Lockheed Martin.