The Hawk trainer jet topped the agenda this week during Indian Defense

The Hawk trainer jet topped the agenda this week during Indian Defense Minister George Fernandes' visit to Britain. Britain is piling on pressure to sell the Hawk as the competing French-Russian MiG-AT faces production difficulties, while the French Alpha Jet is seen as a less suitable aircraft. The Indian Air Force has been in urgent need of a trainer for some time, and Fernandes is said to be keen on a quick decision. (The Times of India, June 14)

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