| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Deal Overview | HAL signs $1 billion deal with GE for 113 F404-GE-IN20 engines. |
| Purpose | To power 97 additional LCA Tejas Mk 1A fighter jets for IAF. |
| Supplier | General Electric (GE) |
| Buyer | Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) |
| Engine Features | High thrust-to-weight ratio, low maintenance, combat-proven reliability. |
| Total Aircraft Ordered | 180 units (83 in 2021 + 97 in 2025). |
| Current Status | 10 aircraft constructed, 4 engines received; deliveries await certification. |
| Future Plans | Discussions for F414 engines for LCA Mk 2, enhancing joint production. |
| Recent Milestone | First public sortie of Tejas Mk 1A in October 2025 at HAL Nashik. |
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