The Indian Air Force uses the Su-30MKI as its backbone platform, an aircraft originally designed by Sukhoi and manufactured under license by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited.
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Updated Jul 1
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The Indian Air Force uses the Su-30MKI as its backbone platform, an aircraft originally designed by Sukhoi and manufactured under license by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- The Indian Air Force is successfully maintaining its Su-30MKI fleet using local spares, demonstrating indigenization and reduced dependence on overseas suppliers.Sub-event
- The Indian Air Force is actively seeking new jet trainer acquisitions while leveraging the Su-30MKI as a frontline operational example.Sub-event
Details on the Indian Air Force's acquisition and manufacturing of the Su-30MKI fighter jet.1 source
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The entities involved
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Indian Air Force
Aerial service branch of the Indian Armed Forces
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Sukhoi Design Bureau
Soviet/Russian aircraft design bureau
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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
Indian public sector aerospace manufacturer
Related events
- The Su-30MKI fighter fleet is receiving upgrades, including indigenous electronic warfare suites, under the Super Sukhoi modernization programme.
- India is advancing talks for the Su-57E fighter jet, including delivery readiness and co-development proposals with Russian partners.
- India is seeking foreign engine technology transfer from GE Aerospace to bolster its national aerospace capabilities.
- Rajnath Singh oversaw IAF projects via the DAC, confirming the SU-30MKI as the mainstay fleet.