114 Rafale jets deal moves ahead as India finalises LoR for France: ReportIndia is nearing a significant defence deal with France for 114 Rafale fighter jets, with a Letter of Request expected soon. This acquisiti...
26 May, 2026, 05.49 PM IST
Indian Air Force Jaguar aircraft issue deepens with shortage of critical ejection seat parts, can indigenous solution work?The Indian Air Force is grappling with a critical shortage of spare parts for its ageing Jaguar fighter jets. This issue particularly affec...
23 May, 2026, 11.16 PM IST
IAF begins process to replace VIP transport fleet, issues RFI for new long-range business jetsThe Indian Air Force is starting to replace its old VIP transport planes. They have issued a request for information to buy four to six new...
17 May, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
Red lines redrawn; need for stronger air, cyber warfare capabilities: Experts on Op Sindoor lessonsOperation Sindoor, launched a year ago, has provided crucial military insights. Experts highlight the importance of combined air power and ...
06 May, 2026, 10.01 AM IST
IAF's Garud Special Forces to get compact UAV system with enhanced range, enduranceThe Indian Air Force is revolutionising its operational strategy with the introduction of a cutting-edge unmanned aerial vehicle system for...
19 Apr, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
A P Singh flies USAF F-15EX during Indian Air Force chief’s US visitIndian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh experienced a flight in a US F-15EX Eagle II fighter jet at Nellis Air Force Base...
18 Apr, 2026, 10.29 AM IST
IAF chief discusses defence ties with his US counterpartIndian Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal A P Singh met with US Air Force Chief of Staff Gen Ken Wilsbach in Washington. Discussions focused...
11 Apr, 2026, 01.57 PM IST
Govt plans design, development of runway-independent UAV for rescue missions, ferrying logisticsIndia is developing an advanced unmanned combat search and rescue drone for the Air Force. This runway-independent aircraft will rescue air...
08 Apr, 2026, 04.15 PM IST
India moves to boost defence indigenisation with EoI for 1,000-kg aerial bombIndia is developing its own 1000-kg aerial bomb, similar to the Mk-84. This initiative aims to boost self-reliance in defence manufacturing...
04 Apr, 2026, 05.23 PM IST
IAF's Tejas fleet set to resume flights next week after 2-month groundingIndian Air Force Tejas fighter jets will fly again next week. The entire fleet of 34 jets was grounded in February after an accident. A sof...
02 Apr, 2026, 08.02 PM IST
114 Rafale jets, 60 transport aircraft, AEW&C, Tejas MK1A deals to be finalised this year in IAF modernisation pushIndia's Air Force is set for a major upgrade with significant defence contracts planned for FY 2026-27. Key procurements include 114 Rafale...
24 Mar, 2026, 09.47 PM IST
IAF, HAL tussle on trainer aircraft development continuesDespite insistence by state-owned HAL to produce a basic trainer aircraft indigenously, the IAF has decided to procure such planes from abr...
26 Mar, 2014, 08.45 PM IST
HAL rejects IAF proposal to produce Pilatus trainer aircraftHAL has rejected a proposal of Air Force to produce Pilatus aircraft in its facilities against the backdrop of a tussle between the two.
18 Oct, 2013, 08.58 PM IST
Indian Air Force to induct its biggest transport plane tomorrowDefence Minister A K Antony will tomorrow formally induct its biggest 70-tonne C-17 heavy-lift transport aircraft into service.
01 Sep, 2013, 05.12 PM IST
DAC to decide on IAF-HAL tussle on trainer aircraftThe Defence Acquisition Council is expected to take a final call on the ongoing tussle between the Air Force and the HAL.
31 Jul, 2013, 09.41 PM IST
Deal to procure Rafale planes top priority: Air ChiefIAF chief said the contract negotiations for the deal were going on track and it was expected to be finalised by the middle of this year.
07 Feb, 2013, 06.20 PM IST
IAF's first Swiss Pilatus trainer aircraft arrives in IndiaThe IAF is procuring the aircraft together with an integrated ground based training system and a comprehensive logistics support package.
01 Feb, 2013, 07.29 PM IST