Tejas-LCA
| Name | Tejas-LCA |
|---|---|
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| Type | Multirole (4.5th Gen) |
| Country of origin | India (DRDO/ADA/HAL) |
| Varients | Tejas Mark 1 Tejas Trainer (Two seat varient) Tejas Mark 1A (Upgraded Tejas Mark 1) |
| Typical seats | One Two (Trainer varient) |
| Length | 13.2 m |
| Fuselage width | Not known |
| Wingspan | 8.2 m |
| Wing area | 38.4 \(m^2\) |
| Wing sweep | 60° |
| Aspect ratio | 2.3 (Approx.) |
| Payload | 4500-5300 kg |
| Tail height | 4.4 m |
| Empty weight | 6560 kg |
| Maximum takeoff weight | 13500 kg |
| Wing loading | 255.2 kg/\(m^2\) |
| Cruising speed | Mach 1.8 |
| Combat range | 739 km |
| Maximum range | 3000 km |
| Service ceiling | 16000 m (52500 ft) |
| Max speed | Mach 1.8 |
| g limits | +9/-3.5 |
| Fuel capacity | 2458 kg 3060 L (Inetrnal) 2 × 1,200 L, 800 L drop tank inboard, 725 L drop tank under fuselage |
| Engine | 1 × General Electric F404-GE-IN20 afterburning turbofan with FADEC |
| Thrust | 85 kN (with afterburner) |
| Thrust/weight ratio | 1.07 |
| Takeoff runway length | Not known |
| Service period | 2015-Present |
| Description | The LCA Tejas is India’s indigenous light combat aircraft, developed by the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited 1 (HAL). It is a single-engine, delta-wing fighter aircraft designed to replace the Indian Air Force’s aging MiG-21 fleet. The Tejas incorporates advanced technologies, including composite materials, a fly-by-wire flight control system, and an advanced avionics suite. The aircraft has undergone several developmental stages, with the initial operational clearance (IOC) granted in 2013 and final operational clearance (FOC) in 2019. Variants of the Tejas include the Tejas Mk1, Mk1A, and the more advanced Mk2. The Tejas Mk1A incorporates significant upgrades, including an improved Electronic Warfare Suite (EWS), a more powerful engine, and enhanced weapons integration capabilities. The Tejas program represents a significant milestone in India’s aerospace industry, demonstrating its capability in designing and manufacturing advanced military aircraft. It plays a crucial role in enhancing the Indian Air Force’s combat capabilities and strengthening India’s defense posture. |
| Website | https://www.ada.gov.in/ |
Disclaimer: This information is based on publicly available sources and should be considered for general knowledge purposes only.