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Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) has signed a major deal with GE Aerospace to procure 113 F404 jet engines for India’s homegrown Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) programme. The stock ended nearly 1% on Friday.
Deliveries will begin in 2027 and wrap up by 2032, powering India’s next generation of indigenous fighter jets.
India’s defence move: the agreement follows the Defence Ministry’s ₹62,370 crore order to HAL for 97 Tejas Mk-1A aircraft for the Indian Air Force.
The newly secured GE F404-GE-IN20 engines will drive these fighters, ensuring stronger air capabilities and self-reliance in defence production. The Tejas Mk-1A is a multi-role, single-engine fighter built for air defence, maritime reconnaissance, and strike missions, giving the IAF a modern, agile edge.
Why you should know about this: partnering with GE not only strengthens India’s Make in India push but also reduces dependence on imported defence technology.
The collaboration also boosts local manufacturing and positions India as a credible aircraft producer on the global stage.
