New Delhi: Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu said the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) will provide "complete support" for India's fifth-generation fighter aircraft programme by ensuring seamless coordination for flight testing and airspace requirements.
The Minister on Thursday said MoCA and the AAI are working closely with stakeholders to ensure that the flagship defence programme does not face any logistical hurdles during its development and testing phase.
In a post on X, Naidu said the government's efforts reflect its commitment to strengthening India's indigenous defence capabilities under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
"Under the decisive leadership of PM @narendramodi, a Shashakt, Samarth & Surakshit Bharat is taking shape, powered by sovereign capabilities. Recently, the foundation stone for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft Integration and Flight Testing Centre was laid in Puttaparthi by RM @rajnathsingh & CM @ncbn Garu. Further, the Ministry of Civil Aviation & @AAI_Official is ensuring complete support for the prestigious fifth-generation fighter aircraft programme by facilitating seamless coordination for flight-testing needs and airspace requirements. Proud of the Aeronautical Development Agency & Indian Airforce for strengthening the country's strategic autonomy. @MoCA_GoI," he said.
