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Published Aug 24, 2026
HAL Tejas Mk1A
Advanced 4.5-generation indigenous fighter jet equipped with AESA radar and EW suite.
Profile & Intelligence Breakdown
The HAL Tejas Mk1A is a single-engine, supersonic 4.5-generation light multirole fighter aircraft designed by the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) and manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). Features Uttam AESA radar, self-protection jammer pod, and digital fly-by-wire flight control system.
Historical Milestones
Chronology & Major Events
Mar 28, 2024
First Maiden Flight of Mk1A Production Series
Flown successfully from HAL facility in Bengaluru.
Official Citations & Sources
Technical Specifications
- platform type
- Supersonic Fighter Aircraft
- manufacturer
- Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
- operational range
- 3000