Will India Produce And Export Russian Su-30s To Circumvent US Sanctions?

India operates an eclectic mix of fighter jets procured from several countries, but the largest share is Soviet/Russian-origin fighter jets – mostly produced in India under license. Currently, India is only producing 12 indigenous Tejas fighter jets annually (rising to 18 in 2025). Separately, India is also negotiating a deal to produce more of its Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules locally under license. Now, there are reports it may restart production of Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighters for export.