The regular supply of GE 404 engines for indigenous light combat aircraft (LCA) will commence in March next year after delays caused by disrupted supply chains. The delays in LCA Mk1A deliveries are attributed to the bankruptcy of a South Korean defense firm, necessitating GE to establish alternative suppliers and resulting in a two-year delay. Despite the setbacks, India is continuing LCA production to meet IAF requirements, with 14 airframes and integrated systems expected to be completed this financial year.
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Maxence Lacroix: ‘One day I will be in the France team – but right now I want to win this Cup’
Maxence Lacroix, the Crystal Palace defender, views the upcoming FA Cup semi-final against Aston Villa as just another match, though his mother feels more stressed. Growing up in Ajat, Lacroix transitioned from the Clairefontaine academy to professional football in Germany before joining Palace, where he has become a key player under Oliver Glasner. With aspirations of joining the national team, Lacroix emphasizes the importance of team spirit and shared Christian values among teammates, fostering unity...
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