India's Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program is making strides towards developing its first fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, spearheaded by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA). Recent advancements include significant improvements in the engine air intake design, which enhances stealth characteristics while ensuring efficient airflow, achieving nearly 98% pressure recovery. Additionally, the AMCA will incorporate a new passive Infrared Search and Track (IRST) system, enabling it to detect enemy aircraft without revealing its own position. This system is capable of identifying advanced stealth fighters like the F-35 Lightning II at operational distances. The AMCA is envisioned as a twin-engine medium-weight fighter featuring advanced avionics and internal weapons bays, with an estimated development cost of ₹15,803 crore (approximately $1.9 billion USD). The first prototype is slated for rollout between 2028 and 2029, with plans for induction into the Indian Air Force by 2035. This program is a crucial element of India's strategy to enhance its domestic combat aviation capabilities.