IAF chief says air force on right track, pace can improve
Speaking ahead of the IAF's 94th anniversary, Air Chief Marshal A P Singh said the Air Force is moving in the right direction but needs faster pace. He flagged delays in LCA Mk-1A deliveries, noting continued engagement with HAL. He also mentioned progress on LCA Mk-2, AMCA, 114 Rafale jets under MRFA, and the first India-made C-295 aircraft, currently in production with minor issues being resolved.
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- IAF is moving in the right direction but pace can be faster — Direct quote attributed to IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal A P Singh
- Delay in delivery of LCA Mk-1A, IAF engaging with HAL — Attributed to IAF chief's address, consistent with reported quotes
- India sealed Rs 21,935-crore deal with Airbus for C-295 jets — Figure appears in source as factual background, not directly quoted
- 17th C-295 aircraft, first made in India, already in production — Attributed directly to IAF chief's statement