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Indian Air Force is handed over its first-ever twin-seater Tejas Trainer aircraft by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited.

Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. "Today is a momentous day and a matter of pride for me to accept the first two-seater LCA aircraft. This day will go down in history as a really remarkable one that exemplifies the prowess of the Indian domestic aviation industry," Chaudhari said speaking at the ceremony. India News | Indian Air Force Receives First LCA Tejas Trainer Aircraft from HAL.

The Bengaluru-based firm said the twin-seater variant has all the capabilities to support the training requirements of the Indian Air Force and augments itself to the role of fighter as well in case of necessity.

The list means that defence PSUs cannot import these items beyond the timelines indicated against them, varying from December 2024 to December 2029.

HALs participation will focus on technological excellence and indigenisation initiatives, under its business verticals such as fighters, trainers, transport aircraft, helicopters, engines, systems and avionics besides projecting the companys futuristic programs, the Bengaluru-headquartered company said. HAL will have a dedicated Indigenisation Exhibition Stall for active participation and interaction of Indian industry partners, it said in a statement.

HAL announced in a statement that it would feature a special