SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
In a significant development for India’s indigenous fighter jet program, two of the country’s leading private sector giants, Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and Tata Advanced Systems, have emerged as potential manufacturers for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) MkII. This information was provided to the idrw.org team at the Aero India 2025 event, highlighting the growing role of private industry in India’s defense sector.
The Bengaluru-based Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) will be responsible for manufacturing the AMCA MkI, the initial variant of the next-generation stealth fighter jet. The Indian Air Force (IAF) plans to procure a limited quantity of 40 AMCA MkI units, primarily for early operational capability and evaluation purposes. However, the bulk of the production and induction will focus on the AMCA MkII variant, with an initial order of 80 aircraft. This number is expected to increase by another 80 units in the second phase of procurement.
To streamline the development and production of the AMCA MkII, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) is considering the establishment of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) model. This approach will bring together various stakeholders, including the Defense Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), HAL, and private sector firms, to ensure efficient development, production, and delivery.
Both L&T and Tata Advanced Systems have expressed keen interest in participating in the AMCA MkII program, with discussions currently underway. The involvement of these private sector giants is expected to enhance production efficiency, introduce advanced manufacturing techniques, and ensure timely delivery of the aircraft to the IAF.
The AMCA program is a crucial component of India’s future air combat capabilities, designed as a fifth-generation stealth fighter with advanced avionics, superior agility, and next-generation weaponry. The collaboration between HAL, L&T, and Tata Advanced Systems signals a major shift in India’s defense manufacturing landscape, paving the way for increased private sector participation in high-end aerospace projects.
NOTE: Article cannot be reproduced without written permission of idrw.org in any form even for YouTube Videos to avoid Copy right strikes. Websites doing illegal reproductions will get DMCA and Legal Notices.