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We could make an different trainer with HTFE 25. The problem is lack of steps taken to integrate the engine with an platform. Lack of engine test bed is an problem. Current HJT can’t work with this engine.

Thing is with these trainers india should test indigenous engines. HJT has like 17KN engine. Reliability is an factor, but with these programmes we can slowly build our knowledge and experience as well. Mistakes were rectified I think. It went through spin trials successfully. But I think they...

Any update on the order? India is slowly building complete trainer ecosystem. Basic, Intermediate, 4th gen and later 5th gen aircraft’s. I guess HJT has finished all testing requirements. Guess update might be provided this Awro india?

Limited combat role is nothing but ground bombing missions. It can't operate in AD/AI role. It needs support from other fighters anyway. The cost of integrating weapons in Hawk is more than it's worth in India's point of view.

Since unlike Pakistan we don't bomb our own civilians these Ac are kinda useless as combat role. That should be left to Hawk. However it's good as an export market.

We have a 250 hours an year cap on OCU training? :o

Maybe more training experience? But again its a logistic nightmare for IAF.