Times of IndiaLean R·
India lags behind in race for fifth generation fighter jet; Turkey surges ahead
Turkey's KAAN fighter program is advancing rapidly with prototype testing and planned deliveries. India's AMCA program faces delays in engine selection and stealth material development. The KAAN's multi-prototype strategy accelerates its development timeline significantly. India's AMCA first flight is unlikely before the early 2030s. This progress gap could leave India behind in fifth-generation fighter capabilities.
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