I'm just not confident of HAL: IAF chief fumes at delay in Tejas delivery

Tuesday, 11 February 2025
Indian Air Force chief AP Singh expresses diminishing confidence in HAL over delays in Tejas aircraft deliveries and upgrades, while HAL attributes setbacks to post-1998 nuclear test sanctions. Despite prior criticism, HAL remains confident of delivering 11 Tejas-Mk1A aircraft by March-end and is pushing for significant technology transfer deals to enhance future projects.

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At Aero India 2025, Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, publicly criticized Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for failing to deliver the promised Tejas Mk1A fighter jets. Highlighting his frustration over missed deadlines and unfulfilled promises, the Air Force Chief expressed...

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India's Billion-Dollar Defense Deal: Light Combat Helicopters Military Power Against China, Pakistan [Video]

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