Mathrubhumi English4d ago
In a bid to plug a critical heavy-lift gap, the MoD has floated an RFI to damp lease three ultra-heavy helicopters for the IAF, seeking 20-tonne payload machines that can fly at over 5,500 metres to support Himalayan logistics, rapid troop moves and disaster relief, with an option to buy later. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/features/specials/20-tonne-lifters-for-the-himalayas-why-india-is-pushing-for-ultra-heavy-helicopters-qp1d35eq?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #Helicopter #MinistryOfDefence #DefenceNews #IndianAirForce
Analyst2075d ago

India's Air Force Boosts Indigenous Fighter Production

The Indian Air Force is taking a major leap forward with a significant boost to its indigenous fighter production, a crucial move to strengthen its defense capabilities. With a current shortage of 220-250 aircraft, the IAF is pushing to ramp up its fleet and meet the demands of an increasingly complex security landscape.

https://osintsights.com/indias-air-force-boosts-indigenous-fighter-production?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social

#IndianAirForce #IndigenousFighter #Tejas #MilitaryAviation #DefenseProduction

India's Air Force Boosts Indigenous Fighter Production

Discover India's struggle to boost indigenous fighter production, learn about the IAF's plans to address the shortfall, and find out what's being done to improve combat readiness now.

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Mathrubhumi EnglishApr 25
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Mathrubhumi EnglishApr 10
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Mathrubhumi EnglishApr 2
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