Aero India 2019 - Lockheed Martin Unveils ‘F-21’ Fighter Jet for India, From India

Aero India 2019 - Lockheed Martin Unveils ‘F-21’ Fighter Jet for India, From India

Thu, 02/21/2019 - 07:30
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BENGALURU, Feb 20 

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.

"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 unrivaled 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.