The first ‘Make in India’ C295 aircraft is projected to roll off the Vadodara FAL’s assembly line in September 2026, marking a significant milestone for the Indian aerospace industry.
Jean-Brice Dumont, Airbus’ Head of Military Air Systems, said “It was only two years ago that we signed this contract with India, the largest order in the history of the C295. Today, we are enhancing the capabilities of the Indian Air Force and modernising its transport fleet by delivering the first aircraft on schedule. This is the beginning of an exciting and long-term journey with the Indian Air Force.”
Airbus Defence and Space has officially delivered the first of 56 C295 aircraft to the Indian Air Force (IAF), marking a significant milestone in a contract aimed at replacing the aging Hawker Siddeley Avros-748 fleet.
To bolster self-reliance in India’s defense manufacturing sector, the remaining 40 C295s from the IAF’s order will be manufactured and assembled in partnership with Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL).
With an impressive track record of 283 orders from 41 operators worldwide, the C295 stands as the undisputed leader in its segment.