HAL Tejas

Topicupdated 2025-11-21 21:12
HAL Tejas

The HAL Tejas is a single-engine, 4.5-generation multirole combat aircraft designed in India. It was developed by the Aeronautical Development Agency and is manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for the Indian Air Force and Navy. As the smallest and lightest supersonic fighter of its generation, the Tejas first flew in 2001 and entered service with the Indian Air Force in 2015.

This indigenous fighter jet is notable for being a significant milestone in India's domestic aerospace and defense capabilities. Its development represents a major step toward self-reliance in military technology for the country.

The HAL Tejas has recently been in the news due to a fatal incident at an international airshow. According to recent headlines, an Indian Tejas fighter jet crashed during a demonstration flight at the Dubai Air Show, resulting in the loss of the pilot. This event has drawn attention to the aircraft's safety record and performance in high-profile demonstrations.

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