Government kick-starts mega AMCA stealth fighter jet programme
The Indian Defence Ministry has initiated the selection process for a private partner to develop the Advanced Multirole Combat Aircraft (AMCA). The project aims to enhance India's air power capabilities with a next-generation stealth fighter jet. The selection process is expected to conclude in four to five months after the companies submit their proposals.
- ▪The government has issued a Request for Proposal to Tata Advanced Systems, Larsen and Toubro, and Bharat Forge.
- ▪Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd has been excluded from the selection process.
- ▪The AMCA project aims to develop a medium-weight, deep-penetration fighter jet with advanced stealth features.
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The Defence Ministry has kick-started the selection process for a private-sector partner to build a next-generation fighter jet under the ambitious Advanced Multirole Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project, widely considered the nation's biggest indigenous aerospace programme.It is learnt that the government issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) or tender to Tata Advanced Systems, Larsen and Toubro and Bharat Forge as part of the selection process. Defence Minister approves AMCA fighter jet execution model through industry tie-upWhile Larsen and Toubro has partnered with Bharat Electronics Limited, Bharat Forge has reached an understanding with BEML.
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