SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
India’s ambitious Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program is poised to take a significant leap forward with the expected finalization of a contract for the joint development of a 6th generation jet engine. The French aerospace company, Safran, has emerged as the frontrunner in this high-stakes collaboration, although both Rolls-Royce from the UK and General Electric (GE) from the US remain keen contenders for this partnership.
According to sources familiar with the matter, speaking to idrw.org, the program is estimated to cost around $5 billion. This substantial investment will not only fund the engine’s development but also cover the establishment of a local production line in India. The funds will facilitate the creation of prototypes and support extensive ground and inflight testing phases, ensuring the engine meets the rigorous demands of modern combat aircraft.
The plan is to have the engine cleared for production by 2032-33. Before this, three engines will be developed specifically for ground testing to iron out any technical issues before the design is considered for inflight testing.
A key aspect of this collaboration is the commitment to setting up production facilities within India with 100 Percent ToT so that every component of the engine can be locally manufactured in the country.
Although specifics are still under wraps, the engine is anticipated to incorporate next-generation technologies, potentially including features like variable cycle capabilities. This would allow for better performance across different flight regimes, from subsonic to supersonic speeds, and enhance fuel efficiency.
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