The UK and the US are making a strong bid for collaboration to power the next generation of Indian combat aircraft as the country's talks with France to co-develop a new fighter jet engine remain stalled. The UK offer is to develop a brand-new engine that India can produce and even export without hindrances. "What the UK is committed to is the biggest ever capability transfer in history. This cost estimate could now be significantly higher, given inflation over the past seven years.The US, which has traditionally had reservations over technology transfer of key aspects of fighter jet engines, is also in the fray, with discussions on to leverage on the LCA deal. The American engine being supplied is rated at 98 kN of power and discussions are underway for moving towards the 110 kN requirement.

Source: Economic Times February 17, 2023 05:20 UTC