Indian Navy Unveils RD-33MK Preservation Bay Designed And Developed IIT-Bombay, Boosting MiG-29K Fleet Autonomy

On 12 March 2026, the Indian Navy marked a significant advancement in naval aviation by inaugurating a dedicated Preservation Bay for RD-33MK engines at the Naval Aircraft Yard. This facility supports the MiG-29K fleet, a cornerstone of India’s carrier-based air power.The RD-33MK, a navalised variant of the Klimov RD-33 turbofan engine, powers the MiG-29K fighters deployed on INS Vikramaditya and
On 12 March 2026, the Indian Navy marked a significant advancement in naval aviation by inaugurating a dedicated Preservation Bay for RD-33MK engines at the Naval Aircraft Yard. This facility supports the MiG-29K fleet, a cornerstone of India’s carrier-based air power.The RD-33MK, a navalised variant of the Klimov RD-33 turbofan engine, powers the MiG-29K fighters deployed on INS Vikramaditya and
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