IAF Planning 20 More Su-30MKIs to Get BrahMos-A Upgrade, Doubling Strike Capability

Defense News ,India :- The Indian Air Force (IAF) is getting stronger in the air, planning to make 20 more Su-30MKI fighter jets even more powerful by adding BrahMos-A Air Launched Cruise Missiles (ALCM).

The BrahMos-A ALCM is one of the most dangerous air-to-surface weapons globally. It can reach 450km and travels super fast at Mach 3. This missile is precise and speedy, making it a strong tool for India's air defense. It can quickly and accurately target important enemies.

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a top aerospace and defense company in India, is given the important job of making the Su-30MKI stronger to carry the BrahMos-A ALCM. HAL is strengthening the plane's structure and adding special systems so that the Su-30MKI can effectively use and launch the 2.5-ton BrahMos-A missile from its centerline hardpoint.

Already, about 40 Su-30MKIs are ready to use the BrahMos-A ALCM. This means that the IAF can do more in both attack and defense.

Getting money for changing the Su-30MKI planes and buying more BrahMos-A missiles is a big goal for the IAF. They want to be more ready for combat and update their fighter planes. Adding the BrahMos-A ALCM not only makes the Su-30MKI more powerful but also shows that India is prepared and strong, sending a clear message to possible enemies.