How the C-295 transport aircraft will add value to IAF

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India's aerospace sector marks a milestone with the first flight of the locally assembled C-295 transport aircraft under a $3.5 billion program with Airbus. The project includes assembling 40 aircraft domestically, replacing aging An-32s, and fulfilling additional orders for the Navy and Coast Guard, highlighting India's expanding defense manufacturing capabilities.

India's aerospace sector achieved a significant milestone with the first flight of the India-assembled C-295 aircraft. This $3.5 billion program with Airbus will see 40 aircraft assembled locally, boosting domestic manufacturing and replacing aging An-32s. Additional orders for the Navy and Coast Guard highlight the C-295's versatility and India's growing defense production capabilities.