TEJAS MK-1A Deliveries Face Fresh Setback Amid Avionics Woes And Certification Delays

The delivery schedule for India’s indigenous TEJAS MK-1A fighters has encountered further setbacks, with projections now indicating a slip beyond May 2026, reported Manu Pubby of Economic Times.Sources reveal that although at least five jets stand manufactured at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) facilities, they remain unfit for Indian Air Force (IAF) induction owing to incomplete avionics

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India-US Nears $3 Billion P-8I Poseidon Deal for 6 More Aircraft To Counter China-Pak Naval Threats

India and the United States stand on the brink of sealing a landmark $3 billion defence pact for six additional P-8I Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft, bolstering the Indian Navy’s surveillance prowess amid deepening bilateral ties.This agreement follows the recent finalisation of a significant trade deal between New Delhi and Washington, injecting fresh momentum into long-stalled

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SWIFT CLARIFICATION: 5 Jets Stand Fully Ready For Handover To IAF, 9 Already Constructed And Test-Flown, Confirms HAL

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has moved swiftly to counter media speculation regarding delays in the delivery of its indigenous TEJAS MK-1A fighter jets. The company also assured that it will meet the guidance projected for the current financial year.The company confirmed on Thursday (5-Feb-2026) that 5 aircraft stand fully ready for handover to the Indian Air Force, complete with all

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