Engines Arrive For TEJAS MK-1A But Radar And EW Delays Loom

HAL has received multiple GE F404-IN20 engines for the TEJAS MK-1A, clearing a major supply bottleneck, but integration of the Israeli AESA radar and the electronic warfare suite continues to threaten delivery timelines, with the first squadron now expected only by late 2026 or early 2027.The Indian Air Force insists on full system compliance before induction, delaying handover despite production
HAL has received multiple GE F404-IN20 engines for the TEJAS MK-1A, clearing a major supply bottleneck, but integration of the Israeli AESA radar and the electronic warfare suite continues to threaten delivery timelines, with the first squadron now expected only by late 2026 or early 2027.The Indian Air Force insists on full system compliance before induction, delaying handover despite production
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