In a boost to Atmanirbhar Bharat, which aircraft was given Acceptance of Necessity by the Defence Acquisition Council in June 2022, to be manufactured by HAL?

The correct answer is Dornier.

Key Points

• Dornier aircraft is known for its multi-purpose utility, including transport and surveillance missions.
• The Defence Acquisition Council approved its manufacturing to support the "Atmanirbhar Bharat" initiative in June 2022.
• Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) will manufacture the aircraft indigenously.
• The Dornier aircraft has been used by the Indian Armed Forces for various operations, including coastal surveillance.

Important Points

• The Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) is a key step in India's defense procurement process, marking initial approval for the acquisition of specified equipment.
• The decision to manufacture Dornier aircraft aligns with India's goal of self-reliance in defense production.
• HAL has been a crucial player in India's indigenous aircraft and defense system manufacturing.

Additional Information

• Rafael: Rafael is a French-origin fighter aircraft manufactured by Dassault Aviation. It has been inducted into the Indian Air Force but was not part of the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative in this context.
• Mirage 2000: Mirage 2000 is another French-made fighter aircraft that played a significant role in India's defense history, including the Balakot airstrike, but it is not being manufactured indigenously.
• SU – 30: SU-30 is a Russian-origin fighter aircraft co-produced by HAL under license, but the specific AoN in June 2022 was for Dornier aircraft, not SU-30.