F-35 buzz in India? Air Chief AP Singh says ‘not so fast—It’s not like buying a washing machine’

Air Chief Marshal AP Singh clarified that the Indian Air Force has not received a formal offer for the sale of F-35 stealth fighter jets, despite President Donald Trump’s pitch. Singh emphasized the need for careful analysis of the requirements, costs, and performance concerns before considering the purchase. The offer is part of the US’s strategy to steer India away from Russian defense equipment, but the decision to acquire the expensive and advanced F-35 remains a strategic gamble for India.

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