Adani Defence & Aerospace and the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
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Why in news
Adani Defence & Aerospace signed an agreement with DRDO to manufacture and integrate six modified Airbus A321 aircraft for the Airborne Early Warning & Control-MKII (AEW&C-MKII) programme.
Background
The agreement involves the development and integration of six modified Airbus A321 aircraft. Adani Defence & Aerospace is the first private entity to be engaged in such a complex platform integration for the Indian Air Force.
Facts for Prelims
- S&TAEW&C-MKII: A platform designed to provide early warning and control capabilities to the Indian Air Force.
- PostDRDO: The primary R&D organization of the Ministry of Defence, responsible for indigenous weapons and systems.
- FactTarget completion for enhanced situational awareness is set for the 2032-33 timeframe.
- S&TAirbus A321: A narrow-body aircraft used as the base platform for the AEW&C-MKII modification.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) in the indigenous development of advanced aerospace and defence technologies in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Technology transfer: Balancing the integration of foreign-made airframes with indigenous sensor and radar systems.
- Strategic autonomy: Reducing reliance on foreign OEMs through domestic manufacturing and integration capabilities.
- Industrial scaling: Transitioning from state-led R&D to private-sector manufacturing for high-complexity aerospace platforms.
Keywords: Atmanirbhar Bharat · Public-Private Partnership · Aerospace Integration · Strategic Autonomy · Defence Manufacturing
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