BENGALURU,
India–Lockheed Martin further emphasized its commitment to India by unveiling
the F-21 multi-role fighter for India. Specifically configured for the Indian
Air Force, the F-21 provides unmatched Make in India opportunities and
strengthens India’s path to an advanced airpower future.
The
F-21 addresses the Indian Air Force’s unique requirements and integrates India
into the world’s largest fighter aircraft ecosystem with the world’s
pre-eminent defence company. Lockheed Martin and Tata Advanced Systems would
produce the F-21 in India, for India.
Speaking
on the occasion, “The F-21 is different, inside and out,” said Dr. Vivek Lall,
vice president of Strategy and Business Development for Lockheed Martin
Aeronautics. “The new [F-21] designation highlights our commitment to
delivering an advanced, scalable fighter aircraft to the Indian Air Force that
also provides unrivalled industrial opportunities and accelerates closer
India-US cooperation on advanced technologies.”
This unprecedented Make in
India opportunity combines the strength of the world's largest defence
contractor with India's premier industrial house to deliver a historic win-win
for India and the United States.
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