Hindustan Aeronautics Limited has publicly displayed the internal radar mounting structure of the Tejas Mk1A fighter for the first time, offering valuable insight into the aircraft’s integration of the Israeli ELM-2052 Active Electronically Scanned Array radar. Although the radar itself was absent, the exposed mounting assembly, avionics compartment, and structural framework provide engineers with important clues regarding the available installation volume. Analysis of the visible mounting geometry suggests the fighter may accommodate an AESA antenna significantly larger than previously estimated, potentially supporting more than a thousand radiating elements depending on the final architecture. The design also appears capable of housing power electronics, cooling systems, and RF components required for high-performance radar operation. The revelation highlights the extensive avionics modernization underway for the Tejas Mk1A, including advanced mission computers, electronic warfare systems, digital cockpit upgrades, and next-generation sensor integration.
