SOURCE: IDRW.ORG
At Aero India 2025, a senior Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) official speaking to idrw.org confirmed that each prototype of the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) will initially cost around ?1,000 crore (approximately $115.12 million). However, the cost is expected to decrease significantly as the aircraft enters serial production around 2034.
HAL has planned to develop five AMCA prototypes, which will be used for developmental flight trials and weapons testing. The first prototype is expected to be rolled out by the end of 2027, with its maiden flight planned for 2028. Subsequent prototypes will be manufactured at a similar cost to support testing and evaluation.
The official further stated that HAL aims to reduce the per-unit cost below $100 million once the AMCA enters production, making it one of the most affordable fifth-generation fighter jets in the world. The indigenous fighter jet program is a significant step toward bolstering India’s self-reliance in aerospace and defense manufacturing.
The AMCA will be India’s first stealth fighter, featuring advanced avionics, sensor fusion, and AI-driven combat capabilities. With the Indian Air Force (IAF) backing the program, AMCA is expected to play a crucial role in India’s future aerial dominance.
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