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Citing China’s Nos. & Rapid Tech Pace, IAF Chief Bats for Private Players in Aerospace
- The Economic Times |
- Security |
- 2025-01-08
- Domestic Aerospace Manufacturing
- Hypersonic technology
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh advocates for enhancing India's aerospace manufacturing by involving private sector players, citing China's advancements as a competitive benchmark. Emphasizing self-reliance, he highlights the need for timely R&D and advanced manufacturing to meet geopolitical challenges.
Upgrading Domestic Aerospace Manufacturing Capacity
Air Chief Marshal emphasized the need for enhancing domestic aerospace manufacturing, advocating for greater involvement of the private sector to counteract China's advancements in military and technological capabilities.
Key Points from the Seminar
- Geopolitical Context:
Current geopolitical tensions necessitate self-reliance as friendly nations may not be able to provide support due to their domestic requirements. - Private Sector Involvement:
Singh highlighted the importance of introducing private sector players to foster competition and create multiple sources of suppliers. - Research and Development:
- Timely delivery in R&D is crucial; delays render technology irrelevant.
- There is a need to embrace the risks and potential failures inherent in R&D processes.
- Production and Investment:
India must invest in advanced manufacturing processes to enhance capacity and meet current challenges effectively. - Self-Reliance:
Emphasis on internal support for indigenous R&D efforts to achieve self-reliance. - Areas Needing Attention:
- Aero engines
- Airborne radars
- Beyond visual range missiles
- Sensors
- Unmanned combat aerial vehicles
- Hypersonic technology
- Advanced metallurgy