1/10 - On July 1, Tejas will complete 7 years of service in IAF
2/10 - A multi-role platform
Christened Tejas in 2003, the aircraft is a multi- role platform that ranks amongst the best in its class. It has been designed to undertake the Air Defence, Maritime Reconnaissance and Strike roles.
3/10 - Carefree handling
The inherently unstable Tejas offers carefree handling and enhanced manoeuvrability. This capability is further enhanced with its multi-mode Airborne radar, Helmet Mounted Display, Self-protection suite and Laser Designation Pod.
4/10 - Flying Daggers
The first IAF Squadron to induct the Tejas was No 45 Squadron, the \'Flying Daggers\', in July 2016. In May 2020, No 18 Squadron became the second IAF unit to operate the Tejas.
5/10 - A favourite of the IAF
The confidence that the IAF reposes in the Tejas is borne by its order for 83 LCA Mk-1A which will have updated avionics, as well as an Active Electronically Steered Radar, updated Electronic Warfare suite and a Beyond Visual Range missile capability.
6/10 - The LCA MK-1A
The LCA MK-1A will see a substantial increase in the overall indigenous content of the aircraft. Contracted deliveries of the aircraft are expected to commence in February 2024.
7/10 - Tejas keeping an eye on Pakistan
On 18 August 2020, the IAF deployed the No. 45 Squadron "Flying Dagger" on the western front along the Pakistani border (Line of Control). It was the first operational deployment of Tejas.
8/10 - Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari flies Tejas
In August last year, Indian Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari was given a demonstration of upgrades on the Tejas programme.
9/10 - A symbol of India's aerospace capabilities
The IAF has showcased India\'s indigenous aerospace capabilities by displaying the aircraft at various international events
10/10 - In demand globally
Egypt, Argentina, the US, Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines are among the countries showing keen interest in procuring Tejas aircraft.
