Tejas & HTT-40 trainers, Dhruv choppers take flight: HAL's big push to build aerospace power
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Fri, 18 September 2026
3 reports- Times of India11:35first to report
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited delivered Tejas twin-seater trainers and HTT-40 basic trainers to the Indian Air Force. Dhruv Next Generation helicopters were also handed over to Pawan Hans Limited. These deliveries mark a significant step in India's self-reliance journey for aerospace. The HTT-40 aircraft will support basic pilot training stages. The Tejas twin-seaters will aid in advanced type-conversion training for pilots.
- Times of India12:28
HAL successfully delivered two LCA Tejas twin-seater trainers to the Indian Air Force, along with the first HTT-40 basic trainer, dubbed Ankur. Additionally, four Dhruv Next Generation helicopters were handed over to Pawan Hans Limited. These significant deliveries mark the initiation of a new phase in HAL's contract obligations, showcasing India's ongoing strides in indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities.
- prokerala.com16:05
Government-owned aerospace giant Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) handed over two Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas final operational clearance twi....
Sun, 20 September 2026
1 report- idrw.org15:55
Indian Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh and Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) Chief of Staff, General Takehiro Morita, took a sortie
Tue, 22 September 2026
1 report- hindustantimes.com13:08
The LCA Mk-1A is central to the IAF’s push to shore up its fighter fleet, which faces a worrying shortfall and has placed two orders for 180 Mk-1A fighter jets. | India News
Sat, 3 October 2026
1 report- Times of India07:57
In a recent statement, IAF chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh emphasized the urgent need for the Indian Air Force to explore alternative fighter platforms due to ongoing delays in the AMCA project. He pointed out that the current count of 29 fighter squadrons is below the sanctioned number. Negotiations are under progress for the acquisition of 114 Rafale fighters, with a significant portion of production dedicated to India.
Mon, 5 October 2026
1 report- Times of India05:29
The Indian Air Force chief has highlighted the ongoing shortage of fighter aircraft within the organization. The current fleet consists of 29 fighter squadrons, much lower than the authorized strength. Efforts are underway to expedite the production of the Tejas Mark-1A and finalize the 114-aircraft Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft deal. Additionally, the Air Force is considering procuring fifth-generation fighters if domestic production experiences delays.
Sat, 10 October 2026
2 reports- Times of India03:14
Bhawana Kanth has made a historic mark as the first female officer in the Indian Air Force to achieve the prestigious rank of Fighter Combat Leader. Since childhood, her passion for aircraft spurred her military aspirations. As one of India's pioneering women fighter pilots, she has actively partaken in major military events.
- idrw.org14:31
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh says India has received no official US offer for the F-35, while Russia’s Su-57 proposal remains under evaluation.
Mon, 12 October 2026
1 report- Times of India05:15
The US Air Force showcased the F-35 at Exercise Tarang Shakti while maintaining strict security controls. Air Chief Marshal AP Singh expressed frustration about limited access to the aircraft. He raised concerns about India's own fifth-generation fighter development, urging for expedited processes. India's current fighter strength faces challenges due to delays in deliveries of Tejas Mk-1A. The IAF is actively planning to acquire additional Rafale aircraft to enhance capabilities.
Tue, 13 October 2026
1 report- Times of India06:46
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh completed his final sortie on the Tejas aircraft during Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026. The exercise included multinational participation, highlighting operational capabilities and improving joint training. Singh has a long-standing association with the Tejas as a test pilot and has extensive flying experience. His tenure as IAF chief will end on October 31, after significant contributions to the Air Force.
Sun, 18 October 2026
1 report- indiatimes.com19:07
Hovering in Kashi’s sky above Ganga, the fleet of Sarang helicopters and twin-engine, tandem-rotor heavy-lift helicopter Boeing CH-47 Chinook are fanning the excitement ahead of the proposed IAF Air Show-2026, from Oct 22 onwards.
Mon, 19 October 2026
1 report- South China Morning Post00:00
India has a soaring ambition to modernise its air force, built around a fleet of domestically developed fighter jets. Yet production of these aircraft has been hampered by engine delays and other bottlenecks that defence analysts say could limit its ability to fight future air wars. On October 11 at an airbase in Jodhpur, Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh strapped into a Tejas jet for the last time. It was his final fighter sortie before retiring later this month and he flew it in an Indian-built...
Tue, 20 October 2026
3 reports- dailyexcelsior.com08:16
Hyderabad, Oct 20: IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, who will superannuate at the end of this month, flew a Kiran aircraft at the Air Force Academy (AFA) at Dundigal near here on Tuesday in his final trainer sortie,...
- Times of India09:53
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh completed his flying career with a last sortie in a Kiran aircraft. He flew alongside his former instructor, Wing Commander V S Kochchar, who trained him four decades ago. The flight took place at the Air Force Academy in Dundigal near Hyderabad, marking a significant moment for Singh. Singh expressed gratitude for Kochchar's guidance during his early flying days at the academy.
- idrw.org15:01
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