The 🇮🇳 #IndianAirForce is all set to receive its first batch of ✈️ Tejas Mk1A fighters this month, a superior version of the indigenous LCA Tejas.
What's new in ✈️ Tejas Mk1A ??
43 Improvements across Avionics, Weapons & Maintenance!
Small #Thread 🧵 #TejasMk1A
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What's new in ✈️ Tejas Mk1A ??
43 Improvements across Avionics, Weapons & Maintenance!
Small #Thread 🧵 #TejasMk1A
(1/11)
Some of the improvements are as following :
🔸Radar : Tejas Mk1A will have state-of-the-art AESA radar, superior to 🇮🇱Israeli EL/M-2032 radar of Tejas Mk1.
The first batch will have 🇮🇱Israeli EL/M-2052 AESA radar, while the rest will have indigenous "Uttam" AESA radar.
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🔸Radar : Tejas Mk1A will have state-of-the-art AESA radar, superior to 🇮🇱Israeli EL/M-2032 radar of Tejas Mk1.
The first batch will have 🇮🇱Israeli EL/M-2052 AESA radar, while the rest will have indigenous "Uttam" AESA radar.
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🔸Self Protection Jammer :
Tejas Mk1A will overcome the limitation of Tejas Mk1, which lacked a Self Protection Jammer to counter enemy missiles.
Tejas Mk1A will carry the 🇮🇱Israeli ELL-8222 jammer pod, which will disrupt the radar signals of BVR or SAM missiles.
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Tejas Mk1A will overcome the limitation of Tejas Mk1, which lacked a Self Protection Jammer to counter enemy missiles.
Tejas Mk1A will carry the 🇮🇱Israeli ELL-8222 jammer pod, which will disrupt the radar signals of BVR or SAM missiles.
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🔸Software Define Radio (SDR) :
DRDO's SDR replaces the Mk1's digital radios, enabling secure, high-bandwidth data communication with other aircraft, AWACS, & ground stations.
This real-time information exchange is crucial for modern air combat coordination.
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DRDO's SDR replaces the Mk1's digital radios, enabling secure, high-bandwidth data communication with other aircraft, AWACS, & ground stations.
This real-time information exchange is crucial for modern air combat coordination.
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🔸Software & Computing Power :
Tejas Mk1A will feature a revamped DFCC, which will boost its agility and computing power.
The new DFCC will use PowerPC architecture, and the Mk1A will have a press-fit mechanism for connectors, making it easier to maintain.
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Tejas Mk1A will feature a revamped DFCC, which will boost its agility and computing power.
The new DFCC will use PowerPC architecture, and the Mk1A will have a press-fit mechanism for connectors, making it easier to maintain.
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🔸Radar warning receiver (RWR): Tejas Mk1A integrates a multi-channel digital receiver based RWR,which will track & identify the enemy aircraft.
The RWR will warn the pilot of incoming missiles or radar locks, and activate the Self-Protection Jammer to jam the enemy radar.
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The RWR will warn the pilot of incoming missiles or radar locks, and activate the Self-Protection Jammer to jam the enemy radar.
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🔸Weapons :
Tejas Mk1A will have superior missiles for close, BVR and long range BVR combat. It will use MBDA ASRAAM, Astra MK1 and I-Derby ER respectively.
It will also have 500 kg LGB and unguided bombs for air to ground attack.
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Tejas Mk1A will have superior missiles for close, BVR and long range BVR combat. It will use MBDA ASRAAM, Astra MK1 and I-Derby ER respectively.
It will also have 500 kg LGB and unguided bombs for air to ground attack.
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🔸Maintenance :
Tejas Mk1A's maintainability is vastly improved, featuring re-positioned Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) and new LRUs for easier access & faster repairs.
It will also have quick-release fasteners for airframe panels, which will save time and effort.
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Tejas Mk1A's maintainability is vastly improved, featuring re-positioned Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) and new LRUs for easier access & faster repairs.
It will also have quick-release fasteners for airframe panels, which will save time and effort.
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Tejas Mk1A will have smart multi-function displays, combined interrogator and transponder, digital map generator, improved radio altimeter and “Angad” electronic warfare suite as per IAF’s wish list.
These features will enhance its performance and survivability.
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These features will enhance its performance and survivability.
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This is just a glimpse into the Tejas Mk1A's transformative capabilities. Its arrival marks a significant milestone in 🇮🇳India's journey towards self-reliance in fighter jet technology.
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(Mostly I give credit by tagging the respective owner in the photo or video)
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Credit for all photos and videos used in this thread goes to their respective owners.🙏🏻🙏🏻
(Mostly I give credit by tagging the respective owner in the photo or video)
(11/11)
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