Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh of the Indian Air Force is currently visiting France as part of India's initiative to acquire 114 Rafale fighter jets, a crucial step in enhancing the IAF's capabilities. The finalized Letter of Request (LoR) signals progress in addressing the shortfall of fighter squadrons within the Air Force. During his visit, Singh toured Dassault Aviation, the French aerospace company responsible for the Rafale jets. This acquisition is part of a broader defense cooperation between India and France, which includes plans for joint production of Rafale jets and helicopters. Nearly 90 of the jets are expected to be manufactured in India, while the remaining will be delivered in fly-away condition. The Defence Acquisition Council approved the proposal three months ago, and India awaits France's response on pricing and logistical support to formally issue the Request for Proposal. The government aims to finalize the contract by the end of this year. Additionally, India is negotiating access to technical documents to facilitate the integration of indigenous weapons like Astra and BrahMos onto the aircraft.