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    Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Spanish counterpart Pedro Sanchez launch TATA aircraft complex in Vadodara for production of C-295 aircraft

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    Prime Minister Modi and his Spanish counterpart Pedro Sanchez at the TATA Aircraft Complex

    Vadodara:

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi today along with his Spanish counterpart Pedro Sanchez inaugurated the TATA aircraft complex for the production of C-295 aircraft in Gujarat’s Vadodara.

    A total of 56 aircraft are under the C-295 programme, 16 of which will be supplied directly by aircraft manufacturer Airbus of Spain, and the remaining 40 will be built at the facility, the first final assembly line in the private sector. (FAL) for military aircraft in India.

    It involves the complete development of a complete ecosystem, from production to assembly, testing and qualification, to delivery and maintenance of the entire aircraft life cycle. The Defense Ministry signed a Rs 21,935 crore contract with Airbus Defense and Space SA, Spain in 2021 for supply of 56 aircraft.

    During the inauguration ceremony, Prime Minister Modi said that the aircraft produced at the Vadodara plant will also be exported in future.

    “The Tata-Airbus manufacturing facility will strengthen India-Spain relations and the mission of ‘Make in India, Make for the World’,” said Prime Minister Modi, who laid the foundation stone of FAL’s C-295 plant in October aircraft in Vadodara. 2022, said.

    He also paid tribute to former Tata Sons chairman Ratan Tata, who was said to be the mastermind behind the project. Mr Tata died earlier this month at the age of 86.

    “We recently lost the country’s greatest son, Ratan Tata ji. If he had been among us today, he would have been happy, but wherever his soul is, he would be happy,” he said.

    Speaking at the event, Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran said the project was originally conceived by Ratan Tata in 2012.

    “I will be remiss in my duty if I forget to mention that this project was originally conceived more than a decade ago in 2012 by the then Chairman of Tata Sons, Ratan Tata ji, who spearheaded the entire concept to establish a relationship to build with Airbus and created this partnership with Airbus and laid the foundation stone for this opportunity. So, I would like to remember him for his visionary leadership in this very groundbreaking initiative,” he said.

    “Tata is a giant among giants”: Spanish Prime Minister

    Speaking at the opening ceremony, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said the partnership between Airbus and Tata will contribute to the progress of the Indian aerospace industry and “open new doors” for the entry of other European companies.

    “This project brings the best of both worlds together. Tata is probably the best exponent of Indian industrial strength. The company’s products and services are present in virtually every country in the world. Tata is a giant among giants,” he said.

    “This project strengthens our industrial ties while underscoring our country’s deep commitment as a reliable and strategic partner,” added Mr. Pedro.

    This factory will be a symbol of “industrial excellence, an engine of growth and a testament to the close and growing friendship,” he said.

    Why C-295 aircraft are a game-changer

    The C-295 is a transport aircraft with a capacity of 5-10 tons and equipped with modern technology that will replace the aging Avro-748 aircraft of the Indian Air Force. The C-295 is known to be a superior aircraft used for tactical transport of up to 71 troops or 50 paratroopers and for logistical operations to locations inaccessible to today’s heavier aircraft.

    The aircraft, called “robust and reliable”, with a flight time of up to 11 hours, can perform multi-role operations in all weather conditions.

    It can routinely perform both day and night combat missions in desert and maritime environments.

    The C-295 has a tailgate for quick response and paradropping of troops and cargo. Another feature is the short take-off/landing from semi-prepared surfaces.

    All 56 aircraft under the agreement will also be equipped with an indigenous Electronic Warfare suite manufactured by Indian DPSUs – Bharat Electronics Ltd and Bharat Dynamics Limited.

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