Retired Il-78 In US Could Power India’s Fighter Engine Leap

According to a Zee News report, India’s ambition to develop indigenous fighter jet engines may receive a significant boost through an unexpected opportunity in the United States. A retired Russian Ilyushin Il-78, once used for mid-air refuelling but now converted into a heavy cargo aircraft, is currently available for purchase. With its impressive 54-ton payload capacity and relatively low flight
According to a Zee News report, India’s ambition to develop indigenous fighter jet engines may receive a significant boost through an unexpected opportunity in the United States. A retired Russian Ilyushin Il-78, once used for mid-air refuelling but now converted into a heavy cargo aircraft, is currently available for purchase. With its impressive 54-ton payload capacity and relatively low flight
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