This development may signal a significant leap in India's indigenous aerospace capabilities, which could enhance its military readiness and self-reliance. The successful completion of the Tejas Mk2 airframe assembly suggests that India is making progress in its efforts to develop a 4.5-generation fighter jet, which could have implications for the regional balance of power.
Indian Aerospace Giant Targets March Ground Run And Late 2027 First Flight
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has completed the airframe assembly of the Tejas Mk2, a 4.5-generation fighter jet, and is targeting a ground run in March 2027 and a first flight in late 2027. The company also plans to deliver 10 Tejas Mk1A aircraft by March 2027 and has expressed readiness to produce the Su-57 fighter jet in India. This development was reported by Defence News India.
This development may signal a significant leap in India's indigenous aerospace capabilities, which could enhance its military readiness and self-reliance. The successful completion of the Tejas Mk2 airframe assembly suggests that India is making progress in its efforts to develop a 4.5-generation fighter jet, which could have implications for the regional balance of power.
Indian Aerospace Giant Targets March Ground Run And Late 2027 First Flight
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has completed the airframe assembly of the Tejas Mk2, a 4.5-generation fighter jet, and is targeting a ground run in March 2027 and a first flight in late 2027. The company also plans to deliver 10 Tejas Mk1A aircraft by March 2027 and has expressed readiness to produce the Su-57 fighter jet in India. This development was reported by Defence News India.