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GE ships F404 engines for Tejas Mk1A as HAL expands AL-31FP production

GE Aerospace says it shipped seven F404-IN20 engines to HAL in August and September 2026, including four in September, easing a supply constraint on the Tejas Mk1A; HAL expects 20 engines in the second half of the year. Separately, HAL plans to lift annual AL-31FP output from 30 to 50 engines and establish a second Shakti engine production line.

Discovered 2026-10-06T23:06:05.784711-07:00 | 2026-10-06T23:06:05.784711-07:00

Briefing

What Hype is tracking

F404-IN20 availability is a key constraint on Tejas Mk1A deliveries: GE’s reported shipments and HAL’s expectation of 20 engines in the second half of 2026 are intended to support the program’s move toward IAF service.
HAL’s planned investment to raise AL-31FP output from 30 to 50 engines annually addresses demand for Su-30MKIs, while a second Shakti engine line adds domestic production capacity.
The announcements show India pursuing both near-term access to imported fighter engines and greater indigenous design, testing and manufacturing capability.

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