# The F404-IN20 engine is used in the fleet of 35 Tejas jets in the IAF inventory.

*business · news · 2026-04-13 · The Tribune*

## Key points

- GE has signed a contract with the Indian Air Force to establish an in-country F404-IN20 engine depot.
- The new facility will be owned and operated by the Indian Air Force with GE providing technical support.
- This depot will eliminate dependence on overseas repair centers, significantly improving engine turnaround times.
- The facility supports maintenance for both current Tejas jets and the under-production Tejas Mark 1A fleet.

**Companies:** General Electric
**Countries:** United States, India

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