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The Indian Air Force is entering a decisive phase in its effort to arrest squadron depletion, with the long-delayed induction of the TEJAS MK-1A now under critical review.A high-level technical and program evaluation is scheduled for May 2026 at Air Headquarters in New Delhi, where Hindustan Aeronautics Limited will present its first batch of aircraft for operational acceptance.This meeting
India is set to acquire approximately 300 Russian R-37M very long-range air-to-air missiles in a deal worth around $1.2 billion, intended to arm its frontline Su-30MKI fleet.The R-37M, often described as an “AWACS killer,” has a reach of 300–400 kilometres, a blistering Mach 6 speed, and employs a lofted trajectory to strike high-value airborne assets.These include airborne early warning and
The Indian Air Force has launched the third edition of the Mehar Baba Competition, known as MBC-3, with the theme “Collaborative Drone-Based Surveillance Radars.”This initiative is designed to encourage innovation in advanced drone and radar technologies. Registration for the competition will commence on 27 April 2026, and meritorious participants will receive development funding from the Indian
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited has inaugurated its new G3INS testing facility, marking a significant step forward in India’s indigenous avionics development.The G3INS system is a strap-down Inertial Navigation System equipped with a Ring Laser Gyro, designed to deliver high-precision navigation capabilities for aircraft.By integrating with satellite-based augmentation systems such as GAGAN,
The Air Force’s goal is to buy 319 Boeing [BA] KC-46A Pegasus tankers–an increase of nearly 60 from the 263 planned in a possible extension and an increase of 140 […]
The TEJAS MK-2 fighter jet, developed by the Aeronautical Development Agency in partnership with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, is now entering its final stretch before first flight.Preparations are underway for taxi trials, one of the last milestones before the aircraft takes to the skies. Current timelines suggest a maiden flight by mid-2026, a landmark moment in India’s drive for defence
India is reportedly set to delay major orders for Russia’s Su-57 fifth-generation fighter until the enhanced Su-57M1 variant becomes available, according to this international report.Confirmation from Rosoboronexport that multiple countries, including Algeria and Iran, have placed orders for the aircraft was followed by reports from Indian sources that the Defence Ministry has also finalised
India’s continuing interest in the Russian Su-57 stealth fighter has revived debate about whether the Indian Air Force could adopt Russia’s Manned-Unmanned Teaming model rather than the American approach.The IAF is grappling with a severe fighter squadron shortage, operating around 30 squadrons against a sanctioned strength of 42. Delays in indigenous programs, particularly the Advanced Medium
Two members of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), Sen. Ted Budd (R-N.C.) and Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), have introduced the Airpower Acceleration Act, which would authorize multi-year procurements of […]
US Pacific Air Forces Commander General Kevin B Schneider paid an official visit to India, meeting Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh as the two nations continue to strengthen their defence partnership. During his visit, General Schneider laid a wreath at the National War Memorial, was accorded a ceremonial guard of honour, and held discussions with senior Indian Air Force leadership. The