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31 Jan, 60 tweets, 25 min read
#AeroIndia2021 Thread Part 2.

Part 1 link -

So some juicy updates have starting rolling in from the stalls at the AI.
First look at the #TejasMK2 #MWF model by @ReviewVayu.

The model looks in much better finish than the last time. Though I see some changes. There is a Boundary layer spillway seen over the wing. And a modified fuselage side walls for canard mountings. @Indrani1_Roy
Of course changes were to be expected from the configuration from AI2019 given the design was still evolving. But is the one we see currently the final frozen Preliminary design config..?

We have the ADE UAV fleet. SWiFT, Rustom2 and Abhyas. A very crude model of SWiFT IMO. SWiFT is the Flying wing Tech Demo program, precursor to Ghatak. Its been under development for a while now. But this is the first time its being displayed as a model.

Would be interesting to see what kind of engine exhaust is designed for #SWiFT (Stealth Wing Flying Testbed) and what kind of control surfaces are there on the trailing edge. Hope @ReviewVayu could give us a clear picture of the rear side tomorrow. It is expected to fly in 2021.
I guess the debate is settled now about the kind of Radar atop the A320s..? Looks like we went midway between a smaller AEW&C and a large AWACS. Proven system from #Netra put on a larger platform of A320 giving it solid on-station time and range.

It looks like it will have a radar in the nose too for increased coverage.
Surprising offering from BEML. Looks like a partnership with IITK.

NGARM is a beast of a missile. Hope we see something on the RudraM2/3 this time.
This time its the B1B..!! 😍

@DRDO_India is going to have a strong presence as usual. Some interesting items in the list of products.

pib.gov.in/PressReleasePa…
TASL acquires full IPR of Grob G180 SP. Likely to be offered as an ELINT/SIGINT platform. The biz jets typically fly much higher than the Airliners. That capability could be the key here. Need to track this development.

m.economictimes.com/news/defence/i…
Details of the inauguration of the "second line" for the LCA is out. The RM will inaugurate the facility. Plan is to have a 34000sqm facility consolidating all related facilities at one place. This must be the line which was approved by GOI sometime back with some 1300Cr funds.
And finally, the most awaited display of this AeroIndia - #TEDBF. Its gonna polarise the opinions for sure 😀. I see significant level of RCS shaping. Its practically a stealthy platform in clean config.

Oh my my. @HALHQBLR is already killing it. 😍😍😍

Another one from HAL.

Remember the silhouette tweeted by @hvtiaf as new year scoop..? Its no Rafale. 😀
This thread on the new capabilities being projected/developed to go with LCA/LIFT

Ohh the looker. As expected, the first LSP of the #LCH makes an appearance in Aero India. It should soon join the party in Ladakh.

Inauguraral Air Display for the Aero India show.

The pain of missing this AI just got worse now. 😖
#B1B
And update on @HALHQBLR and NewSpace Research JV loyal wingman program.

Seems like IAF is not in the picture yet. But great to see HAL and Pvt industry coming up with cutting edge solutions with own investments. The MoD and the Services need to now

proactively talk to these companies, help them define the mission requirements and the SQRs so they can start working on something that is realistic and desirable by the Services. Ideally they should have been driving these peograms but, nonetheless, hope they will take lead now.
Beautiful shot..look rather menancing.

This is what ALPHA-S is which is being developed by NewSpace Research along with the HAL.

Hope to get a good look at the second facility from the inauguration function. Hooe @HALHQBLR releases some pictures of the facility and not just of RM and other people.
Some new exciting developments from NewSpace RT. There is immense potential in the Pvt industry. Need to unleash is, especially in the field of UAVs. The agile startup culture is best suited for leapfrogging & wide spectrum product dev in UAVs. @joe_sameer
And we have the dimensions of TEDBF finally. Note that the #TEDBF is still at a concept stage so expect changes in the numbers to some extent.

Its shorter than MiG29K but longer than RafaleM in length. In wingspan, similar to MiG29K, folded and unfolded
Pic credit - @ReviewVayu
Though its unfolded wingspan is much shorter than the unfolded wingspan of Rafale.

The poster mentions Escort Jamming role for #TEDBF. Are we planning for a Growler-esque version..? That would be quite logical step obviously. @Firezstarter1 @Indrani1_Roy
The Spec board says UPG has Zhuk ME AESA radar. 😍

Pic credit @delhidefence
Given the airframe size, i estimate the empty airframe weight should be approx 11.5T give or take a few quintals. With max 12T loaded empty weight including pilot et al, and 26T MTOW, there is room for massive 14T of fuel and weapons. Question is how much

is the internal fuel then..? I wish for 7T internal fuel (2x that of MWF). 7T external payload is quite sufficient. Eyeballing the airframe, I feel there is sufficient internal volume (which is more than I had expected) for 7T fuel.
2nd line for LCA Tejas production inaugurated by the RM. Can we have some pics of the facility from inside @HALHQBLR..?
Absolutely gorgeous looking bird. #LCH. Nice clean lines, Superb fit and finish.

But spec board doesn't list any ATGM in weapons. 😖 Hope someone can findout whats happening on the ATGM front.

Great to see IAF on board from early stage itself.

Pics of Alpha Design and Adani Defense stalls.

UAVs are all over the place in this AI it seems.

So the CATS Worrier is indeed twin engine. That explains use of PTAE7E. Smart choice, I must say. @Firezstarter1

Pics via @ReviewVayu
The AMCA model is gorgeous this time.

I personally like the quality of HAL models over the ADA models. The CATS Worrier is just brilliant quality model.

The external weapons are likely going to have the same spectrum as the LCA MK2. Both will hv Uttam Radar varients so the whole weapons integration efforts could be reused with minor mods from MWF to AMCA cutting down dev time significantly.

A wide range of weapons from BDL's stall. There are 4-5 ATGMs alone. First time seeing ER-ASR before.

Pics via @ReviewVayu
Why indigenisation in Defense is important.

5000 new jobs with 48000Cr order. Thats a benefit for our Nation, over and above the absolutely invaluable defense capability addition to the IAF. And the ROI doesn't stop here.

Thats a lovely angle. #TEDBF

Taken from @livefist's TL
The much awaited LCA Mk1A contract to be signed finally.

Just look at the massive hike in the participation of the domestic players. Awesome. Now its truly becoming an Indian Airshow.

Another good news for #AtmaNirbharBharat. In the interviews that @writetake had published, it was mentioned that RFI queries are being addressed. Good to see moving to RFQ for #HTT40. Hopefully, it wont take as long for final contract as for LCA MK1A.

Go on, enjoy the first part of the Aero India Special edition of Vayu. I suppose two more would be coming up next as usual.

Some news.

Some details on the second line that was inaugurated for #Tejas today. Empty buildings for now. But looks a large set of activities are planned to be consolidated under single facility under the LCA Div.

I am also eagerly waiting for this. Hope to see a detailed article on @delhidefence on current activities on Kaveri and future plans for the 110kN engine.
This thread.

Marketing pitch for the Mil Mi25T2 Heavy Lift Heli from Rosoboronexport.

Some other marketing videos

MiG35


Su35
Another offering from a desi startup in the UAV space.

RUAV200.😍

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