Historic! Made In India C-295 Military Aircraft Completes Maiden Test Flight

Описание: India’s first privately manufactured C295 military transport aircraft has successfully completed its maiden test flight on June 10, 2026, at Tata Advanced Systems Limited’s (TASL) facility in Vadodara, Gujarat. Built by Airbus Defence and Space in partnership with TASL, the aircraft is part of a ₹21,935-crore deal signed in 2021 for 56 C295 aircraft for the Indian Air Force. Airbus said the successful test marks a crucial step towards delivering the first Made-in-India C295, advancing the country's defence manufacturing ambitions.

👉🏼A Milestone For India's Defence Industry

The C295 is a tactical military transport aircraft capable of carrying cargo, supporting medical evacuation missions and special operations. Its short take-off and landing capability allows it to operate from rough and smaller airstrips, making it particularly useful in border and mountainous regions. Airbus described the programme as a "game-changer" for India's Make in India vision and a key step in building domestic aerospace capabilities.

👉🏼From Importing To Manufacturing

India signed the C295 contract with Airbus in September 2021. While 16 aircraft are being delivered from Spain in fly-away condition, the remaining 40 are being manufactured in India at the Vadodara facility. The programme marks the first instance of a military aircraft being produced in India by the private sector, reflecting a broader push towards defence self-reliance and indigenous manufacturing.

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