India marked a significant milestone in its aviation and defence sectors with the maiden test-flight of its first 'Made in India' Airbus C295 military transport aircraft from the Final Assembly Line in Vadodara.
The aircraft, built under a partnership between Airbus and Tata Advanced Systems Limited, is the first of 40 C295 aircraft to be manufactured in India for the Indian Air Force.
The C295 India programme is the first instance of a military aircraft being manufactured in India by the private sector, reflecting the steady and dedicated work of Airbus, Tata Advanced Systems Limited, and several Indian MSMEs.
The C295 is a versatile and reliable tactical transport aircraft, designed to meet the diverse needs of modern militaries, including tactical support, cargo support, surveillance, humanitarian aid, and other tasks.
