New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) In a boost to Make in India, US-based aircraft engine maker GE Aerospace on Monday announced a new agreement with the Indian Air Force to set up an in-country depot facility for F404-IN20 engines that power the HAL Tejas fighter jets.The upcoming facility will be established in India and operated by the Indian Air Force, with technical support from GE Aerospace.The move is aimed at strengthening India’s indigenous defence maintenance capabilities and reducing relianc…
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New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) The 77th Republic Day parade on Monday was marked with a spectacular fly-past featuring the Varuna, Vajraang, Arjan and Vijay formations, underlining the Indian Air Force’s (IAF’s) operational prowess and technological strength. A wide array of frontline aircraft, including Rafale, Su-30, P-8i, MiG-29 and Apache helicopters, took part in the display.One of the most eagerly awaited segments of the parade, the aerial fly-past comprised 29 aircraft, including 16 fighter jet…
Washington, Dec 30 (IANS) India has approved the lease of two additional General Atomics MQ-9 unmanned aircraft for the Indian Navy, a decision shaped in part by the long-running efforts of US-based aerospace scientist Vivek Lall, whose work over two decades has helped deepen defence trade and industrial cooperation between New Delhi and Washington.The approval was cleared by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and is being seen as a significant boos…