India issues RFI for jet trainer

India has issued a request for information to vendors seeking a lightweight, single-engine, twin-seat jet trainer to replace the Kiran jet.

The move signals the India Air Force’s intention to abandon its wait for HAL to complete development of the HJT-36 Sitara intermediate jet trainer.

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