Made-In-India Airbus C295: Specs, Features And More | PHOTOS

India's defence manufacturing ambitions reached a major milestone as the first 'Made in India' Airbus C295 military transport aircraft successfully completed its maiden test flight from the Tata-Airbus Final Assembly Line in Vadodara, Gujarat. The Indian Air Force is procuring 56 C295 aircraft under a ₹21,935-crore deal signed in 2021, with the first India-made aircraft expected to be delivered in September 2026. (Image: Instagram/@airbus_defence)

The Airbus C295 is being produced in India under a collaboration between Airbus and Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL). The final assembly line is located in Vadodara, Gujarat, marking a milestone for the "Make in India" initiative. India signed a deal for 56 C295 aircraft in 2021. While the first 16 are being delivered in fly-away condition from Spain, the remaining 40 are being manufactured and assembled in India. (Image: Instagram/@indianairforce)

The aircraft will replace the Indian Air Force's ageing Avro HS-748 transport planes, many of which have been in service for over six decades. (Image: Firstpost)

The C295 has a payload capacity of around 9 tonnes and can transport 71 soldiers, 50 paratroopers, or 24 stretchers for medical evacuation missions. Apart from troop and cargo transport, the aircraft can perform medical evacuation, disaster relief, maritime patrol, search and rescue, and special operations missions. (Image: Instagram/@indianairforce)

One of the aircraft's standout features is its ability to operate from short and unprepared runways. This makes it ideal for remote areas, mountainous terrain, and forward airbases. The C295 is equipped with two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW127G turboprop engines, enabling it to achieve a maximum cruising speed of around 480 kmph. (Image: Instagram/@indianairforce)

The aircraft can fly up to 5,600 km, depending on payload and mission requirements. It is capable of remaining airborne for more than 11 hours, making it suitable for long-duration operations. (Image: Instagram/@airbus_defence)

The C295 features advanced avionics and a digital glass cockpit, reducing pilot workload and improving operational efficiency. The aircraft can also operate in day and night conditions and adverse weather. (Image: Instagram/@airbus_defence)

The programme is expected to create thousands of jobs and strengthen India's aerospace ecosystem. More than 125 Indian MSMEs are involved in manufacturing components, supporting the country's ambition to become a global defence manufacturing hub. (Image: Instagram/@airbus_defence)