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IAF has always procured R-73 from Russia. I am yet to find an instance that R-73 were procured from BDL. Our Astra-IR aka NG-CCM is also based on ASRAAM for which BDL is licensed manufacturer.

Never heard of any ToT with regards to R-73. BDL is though manufacturing ASRAAM in India under license.

AAM are generally made from aluminium and its alloys, and titanium. The major concern is the strength-to-weight ratio of the material. Higher this ratio the better. On account of the high temperatures encountered by missiles flying at supersonic speeds and needs for lighter materials, newer...