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The first Airbus C295 military transport aircraft manufactured in India completed its maiden test flight from the Final Assembly Line in Vadodara, Gujarat, on Thursday.
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Vadodara, Gujarat, India
Who
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, Airbus Defence and Space, Tata Advanced Systems Limited, Indian Air Force, Ministry of Defence, Central government
What
The first Airbus C295 military transport aircraft manufactured in India completed its maiden test flight from the Final Assembly Line in Vadodara, Gujarat, on Thursday.
When
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:58:32 GMT · 4h 21m ago
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Vadodara, Gujarat, India ·
Why
This event marks a significant milestone in India’s defence manufacturing ambitions and the development of a domestic aerospace production ecosystem, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India'.
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This successful test flight reinforces India's growing capabilities in defense production and innovation, reducing the country's reliance on imported military equipment for its air force. It also establishes Gujarat as a key hub for advanced manufacturing and aerospace.
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