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ब्रेकिंग - शुरू हुई नए engine की तलाश -Tejas MK2 new engine under Radar

Recent F404 supply delays from the US affecting Tejas Mk1A have shown how programme timelines can be impacted by external dependencies. As India moves to Tejas Mk2, a strategically critical programme, reducing such risk becomes essential.
The US defence export system is inherently policy-driven, & past political phases, including the current Trump administration, demonstrated how trade, export controls, & approvals can shift rapidly, sometimes even affecting partners like India.
Fighters jets designed to remain in service for 30–40 years and should not be overly exposed to such uncertainty.
A practical & Possible path presented recently is to fly the Tejas Mk2 prototype with the GE F414 to maintain momentum, while keeping alternatives open.
If Safran’s M88-4 or an evolved M88-based engine achieves certification and meets operational needs, it could be considered as a future replacement.
While such design changes may cause some development delay, it is important to note that Tejas Mk2 will remain in production for many years before completing full deliveries, and the aircraft will stay in service for at least 3-4 decades.