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  1. The Indian Air Force is seeking precision-guided munitions.
  2. The Indian Air Force seeks dedicated long-range stand-off weapons, utilizing MiG-29 variants for service.

Chinese Seller Lists Retired Klimov RD-33 Jet Engines

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A Chinese online seller advertised nine retired Klimov RD-33 jet engines, which were previously used on MiG-29 fighter aircraft, for a combined asking price of ¥550,000, including shipping. The seller listed the units as being in good condition for aviation training or modification, though they provided no evidence confirming airworthiness. The engines were identified as retired units from service.

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The RD-33 engine is utilized by the Indian Air Force's MiG-29 variants. The availability of these retired engines could potentially impact the Indian Air Force's ability to source parts or manage maintenance costs for its fleet.

The Indian Air Force is currently seeking precision-guided munitions and dedicated long-range stand-off weapons.

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