India is developing a new 5th Generation Combat Aircraft. This Aircraft will shake the entire world upon its completion. It is being developed to replace the aging fleet of the Indian Air Force. India will enter a new age when this indigenous aircraft will rule and protect the skies of India. Let’s dive into the new age of fighter jets which are “MADE IN INDIA”. The name of this powerful upcoming aircraft is Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).
List of the Upcoming Aircrafts of the Indian Air Force
HAL AMCA
The Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) is a fifth-generation multirole fighter aircraft program. It has been under development by the Indian government’s Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). It will complement the HAL Tejas, the Sukhoi Su-30MKI, MWF and the Dassault Rafale in the Indian Air Force. This aircraft will also include the sixth-generation technologies.
The AMCA aims to replace the Indian Air Force’s aging fleet of fighter aircraft. They will become a cutting-edge indigenous fighter jet.
Its development cost will be around ₹15,000 Crore. This aircraft will be a single-seat twin engine combat aircraft.
It is said that its Mark1 version will come with the 5.5 Generation Technology and its Mark 2 version will come with the 6th Generation Technologies. HAL AMCA will be a potent replacement for the Sukhoi Su-30MKI air superiority fighter, which forms the backbone of the IAF fighter fleet.
Here are some key features and information:
- Stealth Capability: The AMCA is being designed with stealth technology, including advanced radar-absorbent materials, shaping, and other techniques. It reduces its radar cross-section and makes it less detectable by enemy radars.
- Multirole Capabilities: The aircraft is intended to have a wide range of mission capabilities, including air superiority, ground attack, electronic warfare, and reconnaissance. It is being designed to carry a variety of air-to-air and air-to-ground weapons.
- Advanced Avionics: The AMCA will feature advanced avionics systems, including a state-of-the-art radar, integrated electronic warfare systems, and advanced communication systems. These technologies will enhance situational awareness, target acquisition, and overall combat effectiveness.
- Engine: The AMCA is planned to be powered by two indigenous engines. There were discussions between ADA, HAL, and the Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) to develop a suitable engine for the AMCA, possibly using a mix of existing and new technologies.
- Collaboration: The AMCA program has seen collaborations with various Indian defense research organizations, institutes, and industries. These collaborations aim to leverage expertise and resources to develop critical technologies and subsystems for the aircraft.
- Development Status: As of February 2023, the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) has finished designing the AMCA (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft). Currently, they are awaiting a “Critical Design Review,”. It is a technical evaluation to ensure that the aircraft’s system is ready for fabrication, testing, and demonstration.
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