# Indian Air Force
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Chasing Air Superiority: Why India’s $34 Billion Rafale Gambit May Not Stop the Rot
India is pursuing a massive $34 billion deal for 114 French Rafale jets to address a critical shortfall in its air force squadrons. Despite the procurement, long-standing issues with technology transfer and the slow pace of indigenous defense manufacturing continue to threaten New Delhi’s long-term strategic independence.
The French Gambit: India Moves to Secure its Skies with a $34 Billion Rafale Deal
India has submitted a Letter of Intent to France for the acquisition of 114 Rafale fighter jets in a deal valued at $34 billion. The agreement emphasizes local manufacturing, with 94 aircraft slated to be built in India as part of a strategic push to modernize the air force and build a domestic defense industry.
Indian Air Force Confirms Su-30 Crash in Assam During Training Flight
The Indian Air Force confirmed on March 5 that a Su-30 fighter jet crashed during a training mission in Assam after disappearing from radar shortly after departing Jorhat. The incident underscores maintenance and readiness pressures faced by India’s ageing Su-30 fleet and will prompt a formal inquiry with possible operational consequences.
Indian Air Force Confirms Su-30 Crash in Assam During Training Mission
The Indian Air Force confirmed a Su-30MKI crashed during a training mission in Assam after it disappeared from radar soon after take-off from Jorhat. The service has not yet released details on casualties or cause; the incident highlights maintenance, training and readiness questions for India’s large Su-30 fleet.