IAF wants to add more power to its wings

Published: Jan 10, 2006
Source: www.dnaindia.com



NEW DELHI: After placing an order for 80 indigenously produced Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH), the airmen are looking at laying their hands on Tejas, earlier called the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA).

DNA has learnt that negotiations are in the final stages between the IAF and the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for production of the indigenously produced multi-role fourth generation fighter aircraft. HAL sources in Bangalore said the initial negotiations are for the purchase of 20 aircraft.

The contract contains a commitment from HAL to start delivery in 2008. HAL sources said the first batch of eight fighters will be manufactured by middle of 2006. “In 2007 the fighter would obtain the Initial Operation Clearance,” a source said.continue..