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HAL Tejas is a single-engine light combat aircraft developed and manufactured in India by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited. It is a supersonic, multirole fighter designed for missions that can include air defence, ground attack, and reconnaissance, depending on its configuration and equipment. The prototype first flew in 2001, and the aircraft became the first supersonic fighter designed and produced domestically in India. Tejas is operated by the Indian Air Force and forms part of India’s effort to expand indigenous aerospace production.
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What is the HAL Tejas?
HAL Tejas is a single-engine light combat aircraft developed and manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited in India. It is a supersonic, multirole fighter.
What missions can the HAL Tejas perform?
Depending on its configuration, it can support air defence, ground attack, and reconnaissance missions. Its multirole design allows one aircraft family to serve different combat tasks.
Is the HAL Tejas supersonic?
Yes. It is designed as a supersonic fighter, meaning it can fly faster than the speed of sound under suitable conditions.
Who manufactures the HAL Tejas?
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited manufactures the aircraft. HAL Tejas is named for the Indian company responsible for its development and production.
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