The Group led by N. N. Chandrasekhar is jointly engaging with Airbus to locally assemble the C-295 military transport aircraft in India. Modis, along with Spain’s leader Pedro Sanchez, opened the TATA Aircraft C295 assembly facility at Vadodara, which marks a key milestone in India’s aerospace manufacturing. In 2021, the Ministry of Development characterized a Rs. 21935 Cr Agreement with Airbus defence and space S.A. for supply.
This occurrence proves to be a landmark event for India’s defence industry as it demonstrates the first private sector driven initiative for self-reliance in military aircraft manufacturing, in keeping with India's ‘Make in India’ vision.
Initiative to develop India’s first defence military hub
The C-295 is a medium transport aircraft, which is developed by airbus, designed to take over the Indian Air Force's ageing fleet of 748, and will also strengthen India’s defence along with establishing a solid domestic industrial base. Within the C-295 program, there are 56 C-295 aircrafts of which 16 will be supplied by ‘Airbus’ from Spain and 40 will be produced in India. It is anticipated that this program will employ a large number of people and assist in the transfer of technology.
Pm Modi highlighted that this facility shall not just assemble the aircraft but shall also have testing, delivery as well as lifecycle maintenance capabilities. You cannot deny that this facility is likely to help MSMEs all over the country and shall help in position Vadodara, “The Centre of Transport Engineering”.
A tribute to the Mr. Ratan Tata by PM
PM Modi offered condolences to Ratan Tata, the chairman of Tata and Sons, who was the project’s visionary. He trusted that the late Ratan Tata would have been happy with the founding of the Tata Aircraft Complex which will be used for the production of these C-295 Aircrafts recently inaugurated.
I m confident that in future the aircraft manufactured in this facility will not only meet domestic needs but also be exported globally, showcasing our commitment to excellence and technological advancements on the international stage”. PM added.
PM Pedro’s Vision for the C-295 As a Stimulus
Sanchez expects the project to be a confirmation of Prime Minister Modi’s plans to make India an attractive industrial base and an attractive environment for global investments and collaborative business initiatives.
"You can’t deny that this Airbus and Tata cooperation is a major progress for indian aeronautics industry and allows some other european companies enter the indian market," he said.
Key Features of the Tata C-295: A Versatile, Tactical Transport Aircraft
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The C-295 can carry up to 71 troops or up to 50 paratroopers for airborne missions.
The C-295 can transport up to 9 tons of cargo.
The C-295 has a range of approximately 2,200 nautical miles (around 4,000 km) with a full payload.
The C-295 is powered by two Pratt & Whitney PW127G turboprop engines.
It Includes defensive aid systems such as radar warning receivers, missile approach warning systems, and countermeasures for protection in combat zones.
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