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KJ-700 airborne warning and control aircraft in flight with prominent radar arrays against a clear blue sky.

China Expands AWAC Fleet with Advanced KJ-700 Radar Platform

China's latest KJ-700 Radar platform is a game-changer, boasting not two, but four side-looking airborne radars that supercharge its airborne warning and control capabilities. This upgraded variant has been spotted with two AESA panels behind each wing and two additional panels ahead, marking a significant leap forward.

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Radar system on a workbench surrounded by technical instruments and tools in a clean-room setting.

Tejas Mk1A Delays Mount as Integration Hurdles Persist

The Tejas Mk1A program faces mounting delays due to persistent integration hurdles, particularly with combining the Israeli EL/M-2052 radar with the fighter jet's electronic warfare suite and mission computer. This setback has pushed the crucial HAL-IAF review meeting to June 2026, with no firm date in sight.

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