The Indian Air Force is making a significant effort to bolster its indigenous capabilities by considering the incorporation of around 100 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk-1A fighters. The move is intended to not only rejuvenate the production lines at HAL but also to enhance the inventory of homegrown combat systems. The proposal, slated for presentation to the government, aims to replace the aging MiG 21 fighter jets with the modern Tejas fighters, a process expected to span 15 years. This strategic plan aligns with the Air Chief Marshal’s review of the LCA program, attended by officials from the Ministry of Defence, DRDO, HAL, and ADA.
The Indian Air Force is strategizing to introduce nearly 100 indigenous LCA Tejas Mk-1A fighters, signifying a significant push for native combat platforms. This move, aimed at augmenting resources for HAL and fortifying the country’s indigenous combat systems, seeks to replace the aging MiG 21 fleet. The proposal’s presentation to the government comes after a thorough review by the Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari, alongside representatives from the Ministry of Defence, DRDO, HAL, and ADA. The intended result of this initiative is a modernized fleet consisting of 40 LCA planes, over 180 LCA Mark-1As, and a minimum of 120 LCA Mark-2 aircraft over the next 15 years.
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