India is advancing the integration of its indigenous Astra Mk-II Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) with the Tejas Mk-1A fighter jet, with the process scheduled to begin in late 2025. Concurrently, user trials of Astra Mk-II on the Su-30MKI are imminent, marking a significant milestone in the missile’s development. The Astra Mk-II, developed by DRDO, features a projected operational range of 140–160 km, achieved using a dual-pulse solid rocket motor that enhances endgame maneuverability and kill probability. It is equipped with an indigenous Ku-band active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar seeker, offering high precision and resistance to electronic countermeasures. The missile carries a 15 kg high explosive pre-fragmented warhead and can reach speeds up to Mach 4.5. The integration on Tejas Mk-1A will enhance India’s air combat capabilities with an extended-range missile on a domestically produced platform, supporting self-reliance in defense technology. Extensive user trials on both Su-30MKI and Tejas Mk-1A are expected to complete by 2026, with full induction anticipated by 2027, solidifying India’s strategic air superiority prospects.