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HAL Tejas aircraft: new delays and problems for the naval version

Delhi, India - The final operational clearance should arrive by the end of 2012

The maiden flight for the naval version of the light attack aircraft "Tejas" (produced by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited), has been postponed due to safety concerns. "It is very important to make sure the aircraft is safe. If a disaster were to occur, it would be the end of the road for the programme" the industry said. A first flight was announced in June 2011for the navalised Tejas to take place...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1139262
Rome, Italy, 04/02/2012 15:57
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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