Sukhoi-30 MKI: According to sources, India and Russia are considering joint production of engines for Sukhoi fighter jets. HAL Chairman and Managing Director DK Sunil is currently in Russia ahead of Defense Minister Rajnath Singh’s visit to Moscow scheduled for December 8-10.
According to an ET report, DK Sunil’s visit to Russia is aimed at finalizing an agreement for the licensed production of 240 AL-31FP aero engines for the Su-30MKI fighter jet currently in service with the Indian Air Force. It is.
These twin-engine Su-30MKI aircraft require upgrades to expand their operational capabilities.
HAL recently won a 26,000-crore ($3.1 billion) contract to deliver 240 AL-31FP engines for the Su-30MKI fighter jets, which form a key component of India’s air defense fleet.
It is important to note that the Sukhoi 30-MKI fighter jets form the backbone of the Indian Air Force.
The two countries may consider joint production of jet engines in India, which could include the transfer of Russian technology, the people said.
During his visit, Singh will hold his first intergovernmental committee meeting with Russia’s newly appointed defense minister.
Additionally, India is scheduled to receive the stealth frigate Tusil from Russia’s Kaliningrad facility, marking the first delivery of four state-of-the-art frigates commissioned by the Indian Navy.
