Adani Defence To Develop Next-Gen Airborne Surveillance System For Air Force
Adani Defence & Aerospace has partnered with DRDO to develop next-generation Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) systems for the Indian Air Force. The project involves modifying six Airbus A321 aircraft to enhance India's indigenous surveillance and command capabilities by 2032.
Why it matters
This marks a significant milestone in India's 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' initiative, shifting complex defense manufacturing to the private sector.
Adani Defence & Aerospace and the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) have signed a landmark agreement for AEW&C-MKII, India's next-generation Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) programme for the Indian Air Force (IAF), reinforcing the country's commitment to Aatmanirbhar Bharat.Under the agreement, Adani Defence & Aerospace and DRDO will jointly develop, manufacture and integrate the airborne mission systems on six modified Airbus A321 aircraft for the IAF. The programme also includes integrated logistics, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), and technical support for up to 30 years.
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