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24/06/23 08:01 AM IST

GE Aerospace signs pact with HAL to manufacture fighter jet engines for IAF

In News
  • In a landmark deal that gives a massive boost to ties between the US and India, General Electric (GE) Aerospace signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).
About F414 Engine
  • GE's F414 engine is a turbofan engine used by the US Navy for over 30 years.
  • It is equipped with a dual-channel full authority digital engine control (FADEC), a six-stage high-pressure compressor, an advanced high-pressure turbine, and a "fueldraulic" system for nozzle area control.
  • It offers exceptional throttle response, excellent afterburner light and stability, and unrestricted engine performance when required.
  • The F414 engine has powered military aircraft in eight nations, making it a trusted choice for modern fighter jets.
Significance
  • F414 engine holds great significance, particularly in the context of the LCA Tejas Mk2.
  • The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) of the DRDO has selected the India-specific version of the engine, known as F414-INS6, for the LCA Tejas Mk2.
  • This strategic decision reflects India's aim to bolster its indigenous defence capabilities and reduce dependence on foreign suppliers.
LCA Tejas MK2
  • The LCA Tejas Mk2 is an upgraded version of the indigenous fighter aircraft developed in India.
  • It has the capability to carry eight Beyond-Visual-Range (BVR) missiles simultaneously and integrate both native and advanced weapons from other countries.
  • The LCA Mk2 offers improved range and mission endurance compared to its predecessor, with a mission endurance of 120 minutes, as opposed to 57 minutes for the LCA Tejas Mk1.
  • It is intended to serve as a replacement for the Jaguars, MiG-29s, and Mirage 2000s as they retire in the coming decade. Manufacturing has already begun, and the aircraft is expected to be rolled out by 2024.
Source- Indian Express

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