Fifth-generation stealth fighters

IAF pushes for Indian GaN AESA radar and mission computers on the Su-57 stealth jet to ensure weapon sovereignty and counter Russia's older GaAs radar tech.

Indian Defence Ministry demands exclusive full IPR ownership for the 120kN AMCA engine, blocking Safran from reusing Indian-funded tech globally. A major shift for GTRE toward true sovereignty.

Satellite imagery confirms Chinese J-20 stealth fighters deployed at Shigatse Air Base, 180km from Sikkim. What this massive PLAAF buildup means for IAF's Rafale at the LAC.

India’s evolving plans to acquire the Sukhoi Su-57 stealth fighter are increasingly being shaped by urgency rather than long-term industrial ambitions. As of March 2026, defence discussions have shifted away from a complex local manufacturing program toward a rapid...

India’s long-term fighter aviation roadmap took a decisive step forward in March 2026 as the country outlined plans to scale its upcoming indigenous 120kN fighter engine for the AMCA into a far more powerful 140kN class propulsion system. Developed...

IgMp Bulletin Synopsis: In March 2026, Russia revived discussions around a possible fifth-generation fighter partnership with India by presenting a specialized twin-seat export version of the Sukhoi Su-57 stealth fighter. The new proposal, informally described as the Su-57E twin-seat variant,...

IgMp Bulletin India’s indigenous stealth fighter program is entering a new strategic phase after New Delhi formally expressed interest in joining the European Future Combat Air System (FCAS) ecosystem during the 6th India-France Annual Defence Dialogue held in Bengaluru last...

IgMp Bulletin India’s ambitious plan to develop the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) is not only about building a fifth-generation stealth fighter but also about redefining how the country manufactures complex defence platforms. The Ministry of Defence (India) is preparing...

IgMp Bulletin Asia’s airpower balance is entering a new phase as China rapidly expands its stealth fighter fleet, forcing strategic planners in India to rethink the future composition of the Indian Air Force. By early 2026, defence estimates indicate that...

Source : IgMp Bulletin India’s search for a practical fifth-generation fighter is increasingly shaped by timelines, affordability, and strategic autonomy rather than prestige alone. As the Indian Air Force balances near-term capability gaps with long-term self-reliance, the Russian Su-75 “Checkmate”...