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SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG

The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) has received enthusiastic responses from over a dozen private sector companies regarding its tender for the manufacturing of aircraft structural assemblies for the upcoming Tejas Mk-2, Twin Engine Deck Based Fighter (TEDBF), and Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programs. These companies, already involved in the manufacturing of the fuselage for the Tejas Mk1A, are keen to expand their roles in India’s burgeoning defence aerospace sector.

The tender is part of ADA’s strategic initiative to enhance the involvement of Indian private companies in defence manufacturing. The move comes as India aims to bolster its indigenous capabilities and reduce reliance on foreign suppliers for critical military assets. With combined orders of nearly 400 units anticipated over the next two decades, the stakes are high, and the participation of private players will be pivotal.

The over a dozen companies responding to the tender have established themselves in the defence aerospace landscape by successfully manufacturing fuselages and other components for the Tejas Mk1A program. Their expertise and existing infrastructure position them well to contribute to the more advanced Tejas Mk-2 and other programs, which require a higher level of integration and complexity.

In a significant shift from previous arrangements, ADA is set to allow these private companies to not only manufacture structural assemblies but also to integrate subsystems within the sections they produce. This change is designed to streamline the assembly process, potentially reducing the time required to assemble each fighter jet at the final assembly lines.

The focus will be on key components such as:

Front, Mid, and Rear Fuselage: Each participating company will be tasked with the production of specific fuselage sections.

Wings and Tail Section Structural Assemblies: Responsibilities will also include the wings and tail sections, crucial for aircraft performance and stability.

Many other companies that have experience in electronics and sub-systems in the aircraft to have come forward that will further expand the supply chain of these programs and help achieve localization plans in the next 10 years claimed sources familiar with the development to idrw.org.

ADA will evaluate which company will manufacture which specific section of the aircraft based on their capabilities and expertise. The primary focus now lies on the Tejas Mk-2 and AMCA programs, both of which have successfully cleared the final design phase and secured funding for development. This funding signifies a commitment to moving forward with these critical defence projects.

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is advocating for a more significant role for the private sector beyond mere manufacturing. The IAF’s vision includes private companies taking on the role of integrators within the final assembly lines of these advanced jets. This shift not only enhances the efficiency of the production process but also builds a robust domestic defence manufacturing base capable of meeting future operational needs.

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