GE Aerospace has delivered the first F404-IN20 engine to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for integration into India’s Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A. This marks a significant milestone for India’s indigenous fighter jet program, especially after a two-year delay caused primarily by

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is on the cusp of a significant advancement in the Tejas Mk1A Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) program. The first F404-IN20 engine, engineered to power this upgraded aircraft, has been fully assembled and is currently undergoing rigorous ground testing at GE Aviation’s facilities in the United States. This development is pivotal for