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SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is looking towards unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for its future deep penetration strike capabilities, according to an anonymous IAF official speaking to idrw.org. This shift comes as the IAF plans to retire its fleet of Jaguar deep penetration strike aircraft starting in 2028, with complete retirement by 2035.

The Jaguar, known for its low-level, supersonic flight capabilities and ability to evade radar detection, has been a mainstay in the IAF’s deep strike missions. Jaguar pilots are trained for complex sorties aimed at neutralizing strategic enemy installations deep within hostile territory.

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SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG

Russia is making a renewed push to attract India to its fifth-generation Su-57 fighter jet program, claiming to have addressed key concerns raised by the Indian Air Force (IAF) that led to India’s exit in 2018.

The IAF had reservations about the baseline Su-57, particularly its engine and stealth capabilities. The original AL-41F engine, based on the Su-30MKI’s engine, limited the jet’s ability to achieve sustained supersonic speeds without afterburner, a vital feature for a true fifth-generation fighter. Additionally, the IAF questioned the overall stealth design of the Su-57.

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