Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) has imposed penalties on GE Aerospace due to delays in the supply of F404 engines for the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) programme. The Indian aerospace company had ordered 99 engines, with an expected delivery start in 2024. However, supply chain issues have led to only six engines being delivered so far, resulting in liquidated damages for each delayed engine. The total order is valued at $700 million. Additionally, HAL placed a second order for 113 F404 engines last year. GE Aerospace has indicated that it will deliver 20 more engines by the end of the year, having identified alternative suppliers to resolve its supply chain constraints. HAL is also in discussions with GE for the transfer of technology concerning the more advanced F414 engines, which will power the next version of the Tejas fighter jet, the LCA Mk2. This new version is currently in prototype production and is expected to be ready for serial production by 2027.