Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd received the first advanced engine for the Tejas fighter jets, which was ordered from the US' GE Aerospace, NDTV Profit reported. Around 99 engines worth ₹5,400 crore were ordered in 2021, but deliveries were delayed, the report said. GE Aerospace's F404-IN20 engine was reportedly selected for the single-engine Tejas Light Combat Aircraft Mk-1A jets in 2004.