Shortage Of Aircraft

The requirement of aircraft is periodically reviewed to ensure that the operational requirements of the Indian Air Force (IAF) are met. The IAF is in the process of inducting additional Su-30 MKI aircraft, Light Combat Aircraft (LCA). These would augment the operational strength of the IAF. In order to enhance the air-lift and heli-lift capability of the IAF, cases regarding procurement of additional transport aircraft and helicopters are also being progressed. In the case of LCA and Su-30 MKI aircraft, there has been delay in the delivery of aircraft by M/s Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL).

This information was given by Defence Minister Shri Manohar Parrikar in a written reply to Shri R Dhruva Narayana and Shri Sanjay HaribhauJadhavin Lok Sabha today.

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