Basic trainer aircraft supplies hinge on timely engine deliveries by US: HAL
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has delivered the first batch of HTT-40 basic trainers to the Indian Air Force
The Indian government has emphasized the importance of timely engine deliveries by US firm Honeywell for the successful completion of the ₹6,838-crore HTT-40 basic trainer aircraft programme for the Indian Air Force (IAF). Out of 70 trainers ordered, HAL has delivered the first batch of 12, but the consistent supply of TPE331-12B engines remains a critical factor in keeping the programme on schedule.
The aerospace major hopes Honeywell will resolve supply-chain bottlenecks and stabilize TPE331-12B engine deliveries from next year. So far, Honeywell has managed to deliver six engines by December, but the company is exploring alternative sources to overcome supply chain bottlenecks. HAL has assured that aircraft production is not an issue, and the supplies are expected to stabilize from next year.
The HTT-40s are set to enhance the IAF's capacity to meet growing pilot training requirements and have export potential.
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