India’s indigenous fifth-gen stealth fighter & more: What’s all on display at Aero India?
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India’s indigenous fifth-gen stealth fighter & more: What’s all on display at Aero India?

Firstpost  

Aero India 2025, Asia’s biggest air show, was kicked off by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at the Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru today. The Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft, India’s indigenous fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, the Light Utility Helicopter and many other made-in-India equipment and weapon systems will be grabbing eyeballs at the five-day aerospace and defence exhibition The Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft, India's fifth-generation fighter aircraft, is on display at Aero India. The AMCA takes center stage in its first-ever full-scale display at the India Pavilion, Aero India 2025 pic.twitter.com/edDrb0Hde5 — DRDO February 9, 2025 The fifth-generation stealth fighter jet boasts an Electronic Pilot powered by artificial intelligence for advanced decision-making. The AMCA, India’s indigenous fifth-generation fighter aircraft, is different from the Light Combat Aircraft Tejas, a 4.5-generation single-engine multirole jet, due to its stealth features, reported Indian Express.

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How Indian Air Force aims to give its bold modernisation a flying start
2 weeks, 5 days ago

How Indian Air Force aims to give its bold modernisation a flying start

India Today  

New Delhi is abuzz with strategic manoeuvring as the Indian Air Force unveils a sweeping roadmap to fortify its combat capabilities even as the Donald Trump administration dangles the coveted F-35 stealth fighter as a tantalising offer. Given the growing threat perception and need for technological superiority, the IAF’s modernisation push is expected to shape India’s future air combat capabilities …

What is India’s dilemma over fighter jets? | Explained
1 month ago

What is India’s dilemma over fighter jets? | Explained

The Hindu  

The story so far: The two foremost Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft of Russia and the U.S., the SU-57 and F-35, got a lot of attention at Aero India, which was held from February 10-14 in Bengaluru, with the former undoubtedly being the showstopper with its manoeuvres. Just as that wound up, U.S. President Donald Trump, addressing a press meet with …

Jet, set, go where? Will India pick F-35 or indigenous stealth fighter?
1 month ago

Jet, set, go where? Will India pick F-35 or indigenous stealth fighter?

India Today  

Ever since the US Air Force’s F-35 and Russia’s Su-57 landed at the Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru for the Aero India 2025 show, held from February 10 to 14, stealth fighters have been hotly debated in Indian defence circles. paving the way for F-35 stealth fighters,” Trump declared, leading to speculation about India’s entry into the elite stealth …

Amid China concerns, India ramps up its 5th gen fighter jet programs
1 month ago

Amid China concerns, India ramps up its 5th gen fighter jet programs

India Today  

India is looking to join an elite club with its two indigenous programs to develop fifth-generation fighter jets for the Air Force and the Navy. The TEDBF is being designed specifically for the Indian Navy's aircraft carriers to enhance maritime defence capabilities. India's naval aviation capabilities received a major boost in September 2022, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi commissioned INS …

How F-35 fighter jets could boost Indian Air Force's stealth capabilities
1 month, 1 week ago

How F-35 fighter jets could boost Indian Air Force's stealth capabilities

Hindustan Times  

US President Donald Trump has announced the sale of the F-35 fighter jets to India after his bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The US Air Force's F-35 fifth-generation fighter aircraft performs during Aero India 2025, a military aviation exhibition at the Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru on February 13, 2025. The F-35s recently took part in the …

Opinion: Is F-35 Lightning the right choice for India?
1 month, 1 week ago

Opinion: Is F-35 Lightning the right choice for India?

India Today  

The recently re-elected US President Donald Trump said in a joint press conference with Prime Minister Narendra Modi that the US would be “increasing military sales to India by many billions of dollars” and that “we're also paving the way to ultimately provide India with the F-35 stealth fighters”. Inevitable number-crunching performance comparisons aside, the choice will have to be …

Indian Navy shows off its air power at Aero India
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Indian Navy shows off its air power at Aero India

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: While Aero India 2025 is hosting a range of aircraft from different countries, and the Indian Air Force is bedazzling spectators on the ground at Yelahanka Air Force Station, with breathtaking aerial displays, the Naval Air Arm is offering a rare peek into its air power that supports the Indian Navy in protecting the country’s vast coastline and beyond. …

Aero India 2025: Fighter jets and U.S. bomber illuminate Bengaluru skies
1 month, 1 week ago

Aero India 2025: Fighter jets and U.S. bomber illuminate Bengaluru skies

The Hindu  

After three days of intense ministerial-level meetings, conclaves, and signings of memoranda of understanding between major armament companies, the gates of the Air Force Station in Yelahanka were open to the general public on Thursday. The first half of day four of Aero India 2025 saw the Light Utility Helicopter, Su-30 Mki, F-16, Hansa, HTT-40, IJT, FBT, LCKA Mk-1A, and …

Aero India 2025: Indian Navy envisages a fleet of 400 aircrafts to monitor maritime security
1 month, 1 week ago

Aero India 2025: Indian Navy envisages a fleet of 400 aircrafts to monitor maritime security

The Hindu  

Charting future course to improve air capability, the Indian Navy has envisaged a fleet of 400 aircrafts to monitor maritime security and enhance capability of the Navy in combat and civilian roles, and induction of light, medium and heavy lift categories — all indigenously developed — into the Naval Air Arm over the next two decades. The 5th generation twin …

India's stealth fighter jet steals Aero India show; who'll make it?
1 month, 1 week ago

India's stealth fighter jet steals Aero India show; who'll make it?

India Today  

On February 10, for the first time, the tarmac of the Yelahanka Air Force Station near Bengaluru witnessed a breathtaking face-off: two of the world’s deadliest stealth fighter jets, the F-35 of the US Air Force and Russia’s Su-57, standing just metres apart. But amidst this high-stakes display of global airpower, eyes remained fixated on a new contender—India’s own fifth-generation …

From Russian Su-57 to HAL AMCA: Aero India 2025 in Bengaluru unveils the future of aviation | See Pics
1 month, 1 week ago

From Russian Su-57 to HAL AMCA: Aero India 2025 in Bengaluru unveils the future of aviation | See Pics

Live Mint  

From Russian Su-57 to HAL AMCA: Aero India 2025 in Bengaluru unveils the future of aviation | See Pics 11 Photos. Updated: 10 Feb 2025, 10:43 PM IST Share Via Aero India 2025 will be the 15th edition of the airshow, held from February 10 to 14, 2025, at Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru. 1/11Aero India 2025 started on …

Aero India 2025: ’Russia meets US’: For the first time, Su-57 and F-35 stealth rivals face to face at air show
1 month, 1 week ago

Aero India 2025: ’Russia meets US’: For the first time, Su-57 and F-35 stealth rivals face to face at air show

Live Mint  

The 15th edition of the biennial Aero India 2025 show began on Monday, February 10, at the Yelahanka Air Force station in Bengaluru. Russian and US stealth fighters Aviation enthusiasts were also thrilled to see Russian and US stealth fighters face-to-face at the Aero India 2025 show. Russia’s Su-57 fifth-generation fighter jet and the American F-35 Lightning II will be …

Aero India 2025 Takes Off in Bengaluru, Showcasing Advanced Aircraft & Innovation
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Aero India 2025 Takes Off in Bengaluru, Showcasing Advanced Aircraft & Innovation

ABP News  

The much-awaited Aero India 2025 has officially begun in Bengaluru, attracting global aerospace giants, defense officials, and aviation enthusiasts. The prestigious event, running until February 14, serves as a key platform for showcasing advanced aircraft, defense innovations, and next-generation aviation technology.The exhibition features an impressive lineup of fighter jets, helicopters, unmanned aerial vehicles, and commercial aircraft, highlighting India's growing prowess …

Aero India 2025: Glimpses of mega airshow displaying indigenous innovations, Tejas, Rafale steal the show
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Aero India 2025: Glimpses of mega airshow displaying indigenous innovations, Tejas, Rafale steal the show

India TV News  

Image Source : Aero India/ X 1/8 The 15th edition of Aero India, which is considered to be Asia's biggest aerospace and defence exhibition, was inaugurated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at the Yelahanka Air Force Station. Image Source : Aero India/ X 4/8 A range of naval aviation assets, including MiG-29K -- a fourth generation carrier-borne fighter aircraft -- …

Aero India a platform to showcase India’s defence might, says Rajnath
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Aero India a platform to showcase India’s defence might, says Rajnath

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Calling Aero India an important platform to showcase India’s strength and vision of becoming a self-reliant and secure nation, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said here on Sunday that the event will promote global partnerships and align with India’s ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ and ‘Make in India’ initiatives. Themed around ‘The Runway to a Billion Opportunities’, Aero India 2025, set to begin …

Aero India to display indigenous innovations
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Aero India to display indigenous innovations

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will on Monday inaugurate the 15th edition of ‘Aero India’ in Bengaluru that will showcase cutting-edge defence technologies and global aviation excellence. The India Pavilion at ‘Aero India’, billed as Asia’s largest air show, is expected to display of indigenous innovation and strategic advancements across land, air, sea, and space domains. Here is a sneak …

An aerospace expo to further India’s global presence
1 month, 2 weeks ago

An aerospace expo to further India’s global presence

The Hindu  

Aero India 2025, which is being held at the Indian Air Force station at Yelahanka in Bengaluru, is more than just an exhibition. Aero India 2025 is set to witness participation from leading global and domestic defence manufacturers, reaffirming its status as a premier defence and aerospace exhibition. Additionally, 35 Indian OEMs, including industry giants such as Larsen & Toubro, …

The biggest ever Aero India to kick off on February 10 in Bengaluru
1 month, 2 weeks ago

The biggest ever Aero India to kick off on February 10 in Bengaluru

The Hindu  

Starting Monday, for the next five days, the sound and sight of roaring military jets will rock the Bengaluru skies as the Aero India will kick off at the Yelahanka Air Force Station here. The five-day event comprises Defence Ministers’ Conclave, CEOs’ Round-Table, iDEX start-up event, aerial displays, a large exhibition area comprising India Pavilion and a trade fair of …

Aero India 2025 to begin at Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru from today
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Aero India 2025 to begin at Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru from today

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Aero India 2025, Asia’s biggest air show and aviation exhibition, is set to be inaugurated at Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru from Monday with an aim to project the country as a defence manufacturing hub. Singh and Army Chief Gen. Upendra Dwivedi on Sunday flew a sortie in the twin-seater trainer version of the Light Combat Aircraft …

What is Aero India? Brace for a glimpse of country's first fifth generation fighter's model
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

What is Aero India? Brace for a glimpse of country's first fifth generation fighter's model

India TV News  

Aero India 2025: Aero India, which has evolved into a major international event, is Asia’s largest air show held in Bengaluru. Fighter jet manufacturers from across the globe pitch their specific jets at India's flagship event that brings together technology experts, global industry leaders, government officials, and defence strategists under one roof. AMCA: A big surprise at Aero India 2025 …

Aero India 2025 | Model of India’s fifth-generation fighter jet AMCA will be on display for first time
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Aero India 2025 | Model of India’s fifth-generation fighter jet AMCA will be on display for first time

The Hindu  

For the first time, a full scale model of India’s fifth-generation fighter jet Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft will be on display at the upcoming Aero India. HAL expects its Light Utility Helicopter to be the main attraction at its pavilion along with a functional full-scale engineering demonstrator of Combat Air Teaming System Warrior at the upcoming Aero India 2025. The …

US Air Force confirms participation in Aero India 2025 in Bengaluru: Sources
1 month, 3 weeks ago

US Air Force confirms participation in Aero India 2025 in Bengaluru: Sources

India Today  

Amid speculation that the US Air Force could withdraw from Aero India 2025, official sources have confirmed that Washington will participate in the global defence event, which is set to take place in Bengaluru from February 10-14. Aero India is expected to boost international partnerships, facilitating joint ventures between Indian firms and global defence giants like Lockheed Martin, Boeing and …

Aero India 2025: Russian, U.S. fifth generation fighter jets to participate in the event happening next month
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Aero India 2025: Russian, U.S. fifth generation fighter jets to participate in the event happening next month

The Hindu  

Fifth generation fighter jets of Russia and the U.S. are set to enthral the crowds at the Yelahanka Air Force station, Bengaluru, during Aero India next month. Their combined presence in Indian air space comes amid a deep crisis in the Indian Air Force with major delays in fighter inductions and the induction of the under development indigenous fifth generation …

India to Now Develop Its Own Fifth-Generation Stealth Fighter; What are IAF Plans? Everything You Need to Know
1 year ago

India to Now Develop Its Own Fifth-Generation Stealth Fighter; What are IAF Plans? Everything You Need to Know

News 18  

India will now be able to make its own fifth-generation stealth fighter, the advanced medium combat aircraft at supersonic cruise speed, at the estimated cost of Rs 15,000 crore. The approval happened more than two years after Defence Research and Development Organisation and Aeronautical Development Agency initiated the process to obtain the CCS approval for Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft design …

Centre clears project to develop AMCA 5th generation stealth fighter aircraft: Know all about it
1 year ago

Centre clears project to develop AMCA 5th generation stealth fighter aircraft: Know all about it

India TV News  

In a significant development, the Cabinet Committee on Security has given the green signal to the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft fifth-generation stealth fighter jet project to be undertaken by the Defence Research and Development Organisation. The project, estimated to cost around Rs 15,000 crore, will be spearheaded by the DRDO's Aeronautical Development Agency in collaboration with both private and public …

Cabinet panel clears new indigenous stealth fighter project in defence push
1 year ago

Cabinet panel clears new indigenous stealth fighter project in defence push

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi The Cabinet Committee on Security has approved a highly anticipated project for the design and prototype development of an indigenous fifth-generation stealth fighter, or the advanced medium combat aircraft, at a cost of around ₹15,000 crore, officials aware of the matter said on Thursday. The Indian Air Force’s modernisation map envisages the deployment of around 120 stealth fighters …

India’s fighter jet conundrum
1 year, 11 months ago

India’s fighter jet conundrum

The Hindu  

Against the sanctioned strength of 42 fighter squadrons, we are today at 31 squadrons which won’t go up in the next decade, but on the contrary can go further down by 2029, an Indian Air Force representative informed the Parliamentary standing committee on defence as per a report tabled in Parliament last month. Speaking at an event in October 2022, …

Aero India: Asia’s biggest military air show fills the skies above Indian city – buts fails to deliver much-needed deals
2 years, 1 month ago

Aero India: Asia’s biggest military air show fills the skies above Indian city – buts fails to deliver much-needed deals

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery A US Air Force’s fifth-generation …

Indo-US air power connect: Why there is a pitch for an American fighter
2 years, 1 month ago

Indo-US air power connect: Why there is a pitch for an American fighter

Firstpost  

The U.S. defence sales in the last over a decade have mostly been in the military aviation sector. US military aircraft in India IAF first ordered the Lockheed C-130J-30 Super Hercules aircraft in early 2008 for special operations under the US government’s Foreign Military Sales program. Boeing also has a huge presence in military aircraft with Indian Air Force’s C-17, …

Aero India 2023: Amid Russia War, LAC Tension, US Hints at Growing Ties with India, Surprises with F-35
2 years, 1 month ago

Aero India 2023: Amid Russia War, LAC Tension, US Hints at Growing Ties with India, Surprises with F-35

News 18  

Amid the Ukraine-Russia war, India facing clashes with China at LAC, and tensions with Pakistan, the US seems to be growing ties with India as it lands with the biggest delegation and newest fifth-generation F-35 fighters at the Aero India 2023 show in Bengaluru. According to its, “Russia was the largest supplier of major arms to India in both 2012–16 …

US 5th generation fighter jet F-35 steals show at Aero India 2023
2 years, 1 month ago

US 5th generation fighter jet F-35 steals show at Aero India 2023

Firstpost  

Bengaluru: The US Air Force stole the thunder on the opening day of Aero India 2023 in Bengaluru as it showcased the two latest versions of the fifth-generation supersonic multirole F-35A fighter aircraft. The US Air Force’s two newest fifth-generation supersonic multirole F-35A aircraft made a historic debut at Aero India here on Monday, drawing strong interest and adding lustre …

Aero India Example Of India's Expanding Capabilities: PM Narendra Modi In Bengaluru
2 years, 1 month ago

Aero India Example Of India's Expanding Capabilities: PM Narendra Modi In Bengaluru

ABP News  

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated the 14th edition of India's biennial aerospace exhibition 'Aero India' which will showcase the country as an emerging hub for manufacturing military aircraft, helicopters, equipment and new-age avionics. At the inaugural event held at Air Force Station, Yelahanka in Bengaluru, PM Modi released commemorative stamps and said: "Bengaluru sky is bearing …

India\'s defence exports grew six-fold in last 5 years, says PM at Aero India
2 years, 1 month ago

India\'s defence exports grew six-fold in last 5 years, says PM at Aero India

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: With state elections drawing near, all roads lead to Karnataka for the BJP. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, flanked by defence minister Rajnath Singh and state chief minister Basavaraj Bommai, inaugurated Asia’s biggest air show, the "Aero India 2023" at Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru. Inaugurating the five-day event, the Prime Minister said that Aero India reflects …

India opens its stealth fighter jet programme to private players
2 years, 1 month ago

India opens its stealth fighter jet programme to private players

India Today  

Developers of India’s stealth fighter jet have opened doors for private players. To keep the programme running smoothly, the ADA has opened doors for private players to join them in development of the jet. The AMCA programme is to be executed by a public-private joint venture—a first in Indian military industrial history for making fighter jets. In 2009, the Union …

India a step closer to getting its fifth-generation aircraft: What is this advanced fighter and why we need it?
2 years, 4 months ago

India a step closer to getting its fifth-generation aircraft: What is this advanced fighter and why we need it?

Firstpost  

Fifth-generation fighter aircraft possess advanced avionic systems, the ability to ‘supercruise’ and have stealth features unlike any other in operation today. Here’s a better understanding of what exactly is a fifth-generation aircraft, its features and where India stands on the development of this fighter jet. Lockheed Martin, the company behind America’s F-22 Raptor — a fifth-generation aircraft, describes the fighter …

CCS Approval for 5th Gen Fighter Aircraft Any Day Now; IAF Likely to Have 7 AMCA Squadrons Initially
2 years, 4 months ago

CCS Approval for 5th Gen Fighter Aircraft Any Day Now; IAF Likely to Have 7 AMCA Squadrons Initially

News 18  

The Cabinet Committee on Security approval for the indigenous Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft — the fifth-generation twin engine fighter aircraft being developed for the Indian Air Force — is expected any day, News18 has learnt. “The aircraft will roll out of the hangar within three-and-a-half years of the approval and within a year after that, it will have its first …

Aero India 2021: India's premier aerospace exhibition takes off in Bengaluru | IN PICS
4 years, 1 month ago

Aero India 2021: India's premier aerospace exhibition takes off in Bengaluru | IN PICS

India TV News  

The country's premier aerospace and defence exhibition, Aero India 2021 takes off today in Bengaluru, amidst the Covid-19 pandemic with buzz around "AatmaNirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan" and "Make in India" push. Sneak-peek of Asia’s biggest defence and aerospace exhibition Image Source : TWITTER @DEFENCEMININDIA Rajnath Singh at the inaugural ceremony of Aero India show in Bengaluru Image Source : ANI Defence …

Aero India 2021: 14 Countries to Participate in Defence Exhibition; Check Schedule and Tickets
4 years, 1 month ago

Aero India 2021: 14 Countries to Participate in Defence Exhibition; Check Schedule and Tickets

News 18  

The country’s premier aerospace and defence exhibition, Aero India 2021 takes off in Bengaluru on Wednesday amidst the Covid-19 pandemic with buzz around “AatmaNirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan”. With a combination of both physical and virtual exhibition, the 13th edition of the biennial international event at Air Force Station Yelahanka will be the world’s first hybrid aerospace show, officials said. Don Heflin, …

India to unveil fifth generation fighter jet by 2014
12 years, 7 months ago

India to unveil fifth generation fighter jet by 2014

India TV News  

New Delhi, Aug 20: The initial version of a fighter plane, being jointly developed by India and Russia and tipped to be one of the most-advanced in the world, will be unveiled in India in 2014. The Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft with stealth features is slated to be inducted in the Indian Air Force by 2022.The two sides are close …

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