Originally posted by: FBIr3port
Sis you made me research.
Yes, the Rafale deal with India does include technology transfer. The agreement, signed in 2025, includes provisions for transferring technology for the integration of indigenous weapons into the Rafale aircraft, as well as establishing local facilities for Rafale fuselage production and maintenance, repair, and overhaul.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
- Technology Transfer for Weapon Integration:
The deal includes technology transfer to support the integration of indigenous weapons onto the Rafale Marine in India, according to Defense News.
- Local Production and MRO Facilities:
The agreement allows for the establishment of local facilities for Rafale fuselage production and MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) for aircraft engines, sensors, and weapons, Breaking Defense notes.
- Boosting Indigenous Defense Industry:
The technology transfer and establishment of local facilities are intended to boost the Indian defense industry and promote self-reliance,
- Integration of Astra Missile:
The agreement includes Transfer of Technology for the integration of indigenous weapons, such as the Astra Beyond Visual Range air-to-air missile, on the Rafales,
so might not be 100% as in the plane itself. But still good start
I also read today that DRDO expects to develop indigenous 5th gen aircraft in India by 2035.
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