1st September 2025 (15 Topics)
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Tejas LCA Mk1A
Context:
HAL likely to deliver 2 Tejas Mark-1A jets in October
Strategic Significance
- Indigenous fighter developed by HAL under Atmanirbhar Bharat.
- Replaces ageing MiG-21 fleet, boosts IAF squadron strength.
- Enhances India’s defence exports potential (interest from SE Asia, Africa).
Avionics & Radar
- Equipped with AESA radars: Israeli EL/M-2052 & indigenous Uttam.
- Provides long-range detection, multi-target tracking, and jamming resistance.
Electronic Warfare
- Features Unified Electronic Warfare Suite (UEWS).
- Advanced Self-Protection Jammer (SPJ) improves survivability in hostile environments.
Weapons Capability
- Nine hardpoints for diverse payloads.
- Can deploy BVR missiles, ASRAAM, air-to-ground and precision-guided munitions.
- Supports multirole operations: air dominance, strike, maritime missions.
Operational Efficiency
- Reduced weight and improved maintainability.
- Upgraded Digital Fly-by-Wire (DFCC Mk1A) for agility and stability.
- Faster turnaround and high mission availability.
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