India received its third GE F404-IN20 engine for the Tejas Mk1A today, a development that once again underscores the country’s dependence on imported powerplants for its frontline fighters. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) continues to rely on the American-made engine to keep Tejas

India has formally requested the United States to expedite the delivery of GE F404-IN20 engines, a critical component for the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk‑1 and Mk‑1A fleets. The appeal was made by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during high-level talks with U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, amid growing concerns over production bottlenecks caused […]