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HAL Awaits Fourth GE-404 Engine For TEJAS MK-1A; First Flight Set For October Amid Engine Supply Delays

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is currently awaiting the delivery of the fourth General Electric (GE) F-404 engine for the TEJAS MK-1A Light Combat Aircraft (LCA), expected imminently. HAL received the third engine earlier this month, but the fourth unit has not yet arrived, delaying part of the delivery schedule despite readiness at HAL’s Nashik production facility for the maiden flight in

September 30, 2025
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‘Within 10-12 Years, We Will Have An Indigenous Engine, That Is Our Goal’ Says Deputy Chief Air Marshal AK Bharti

Deputy Chief of the Indian Air Force, Air Marshal Awadhesh Kumar Bharti, highlighted India’s ambitious goal to develop an indigenous aerospace engine within the next 10-12 years.He emphasised that this objective requires sustained efforts from both the defence sector and industry stakeholders, and expressed optimism that with focused collaboration, the nation will achieve this milestone.He

September 30, 2025
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DRDO Transfers Stability Actuator Technology To Godrej For AMCA: A Strategic Milestone

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully transferred the technology (ToT) for ‘Stability Actuators’ of the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) to Godrej Aerospace.This marked a significant step in India’s aerospace capabilities, positioning the country among a select few globally to manufacture these critical flight control components.Stability actuators are

September 30, 2025
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Defence Start-Up Big Bang Boom Signs Multi-Spectral Camouflage Cloak Contract With Indian Navy Through iDex

Big Bang Boom Solutions (BBBS), a Chennai-based Indian defence technology start-up, has secured a landmark contract with the Indian Navy under the Defence India Start-up Challenge (DISC) organised by Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX).Signed on June 28, 2025 under DISC-13, the agreement focuses on developing a multi-spectral camouflage cloak—a unique roll-on, roll-off system designed to

September 30, 2025
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DRDO And Data Patterns Successfully Develop Indigenous Large Area Display With AI Piloting For AMCA

Breakthrough In Indian Cockpit DisplaysDRDO, in collaboration with Data Patterns, has successfully developed an indigenous Large Area Display (LAD) designed as the primary cockpit interface for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). This system features a wide panoramic touchscreen display, making it India’s first true next-generation integrated cockpit solution for a fifth-generation

September 30, 2025
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Collins Aerospace To Triple Sourcing Levels In India

Collins Aerospace, a business arm of RTX, has a long-standing partnership with India’s civil aviation industry. Their products and solutions, including nacelles, landing gear, flight deck avionics, sensors, and interiors, are found on most commercial aircraft operating in India today, such as Boeing, Airbus, ATR, Embraer, and Bombardier.They have also supported the Indian Air Force (IAF) with

September 30, 2025
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Deeptech Start-Up EyeROV Bags ₹47 Crore Order From Indian Navy

The Indian Navy has signed a significant ₹47 crore contract with Kochi-based deep-tech start-up EyeROV for the procurement of advanced Underwater Remotely Operated Vehicles (UWROVs). This deal represents a major step in strengthening indigenous underwater surveillance and operational capabilities, while also spotlighting India’s growing deep-tech innovation ecosystem within the defence

September 30, 2025
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IAF’s Indigenous Engines, Clean Energy & 6th Gen Fighter Plans

The Indian Air Force is placing significant emphasis on indigenous aero engine programs to reduce dependence on foreign suppliers. Air Marshal Awadhesh Kumar Bharti highlighted that projects under DRDO’s Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) are being accelerated, with the aim of delivering combat-ready powerplants for future fighter platforms.Parallel collaborations with Indian private

September 30, 2025
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Operation Sindoor Showcased True Jointness with Unified Tri-Services Synergy: Defence Minister

Operation Sindoor demonstrated Tri-Services synergy with unified real-time operational picture, enabling timely decisions, enhancing situational awareness & reducing the risk of fratricide; True example of Jointness: Path to Jointness lies in dialogue, understanding and respect for traditions; services must honour each other’s challenges while building new systems together. “IAF’s IACCS

September 30, 2025
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