India showcases Tejas Jet at Singapore Air Show

India showcased its Tejas Light Combat Aircraft at the Singapore Air Show recently with an eye toward the indigenous jet’s export potential.

Three Tejas jets and a 44-member Indian Air Force (IAF) crew were on hand in Singapore to participate in the air show, which ran from February 15-18.

“IAF will be pitching the indigenous Tejas MK-I ac alongside participants from across the world. The Tejas aircraft will be enthralling the audience with its display of low level aerobatics displaying its superior handling characteristics and maneuverability,” the country’s Defense Ministry said in a statement.

“The participation of Indian Air Force in the Air Show provides India with the opportunity to showcase the Tejas aircraft and to interact with counterparts from RSAF (Royal Singapore Air Force) & other participating contingents,” it added.

Last February, India awarded Rs 48,000 crore ($6.43 billion) to state-run Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. for 83 Tejas aircraft, its largest-ever indigenous defense procurement.

The aircraft is reportedly considered a strong contender for the Malaysian Air Force. However, there has not been an official announcement to date.