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Indian Air force planners have set up a time-frame for the induction of its most prestigious $10 billion medium multi-role combat aircraft [MMRCA], under which induction of the aircraft would begin in 2012-13.
A detailed MMRCA induction plan was discussed at the Defence Acquisition Council meeting on 19 June, said sources in the Defence Ministry. The Flight Evaluation of shortlisted aircraft would commence after approval of the Technical Evaluation report in accordance with Defence Procurement Procedures. A comprehensive trial methodology would be followed for evaluating the short listed aircraft. The entire induction process of the MMRCA is expected to be completed in the shortest possible time and aircraft are likely to be inducted by 2012-13.
Besides MMRCA, the Indian Air force is also replacing its Surface-to-air Guided Weapon System (SAGW). Medium Range Surface to Air Missile Systems (MRSAM) are planned to replace the ageing Pechora fleet. Its induction will commence in the beginning of 2012.
Procurement of Short Range Surface to Air Missile System (SRSAM) is also planned to replace the OSA-AK system. This new generation Low Level Quick Reaction Missile System (LLQRM) would be developed by DRDO jointly with other agencies. This system is currently under development and is likely to be inducted into the service in 2011. By 2022, all old SAGW assets would be replaced by state of the art new generation SAGW systems.
A senior Indian Air Force official said the IAF plans to induct Heavy Lift Transport Aircraft and Heavy Lift Helicopters from 2013 onwards as per our Long Term Perspective Plan. A case to procure the aircraft has already been initiated and it is envisaged that the selection and procurement process would be competed as per the plan.
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