HAL Chief Test Pilot on Tejas Mk1A: India’s New Generation Fighter Jet Takes Flight India marked another major milestone in its journey toward defence self-reliance as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh officially flagged off the first Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in Nashik, Maharashtra. The ceremony also included the inauguration of HAL’s third Tejas production line and the second production line for the Hindustan Turbo Trainer-40 (HTT-40) aircraft. The event was highlighted by a thrilling aerial display featuring the Sukhoi-30MKI, HTT-40, and the Tejas Mk1A, piloted by HAL Chief Test Pilot (Fixed Wing), Group Captain KK Venugopal (Retd). The Tejas Mk1A was also honored with a traditional water cannon salute, symbolizing India’s growing strength in indigenous aviation technology. HAL Chief Test Pilot on Tejas Mk1A: “A New Generation Fighter for a New Era” Speaking after completing the flight, HAL Chief Test Pilot on Tejas Mk1A, Group Capt...