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Airbus and Tata to establish H125 helicopter assembly line in India
The first ‘Made in India’ H125 helicopters are expected to be delivered in 2026.
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Sukaran Singh (R), CEO and managing director of TASL and Bruno Even (L), CEO of Airbus Helicopters. / Image - Airbus
An agreement to set up an H125 Final Assembly Line (FAL) in India has been inked between Airbus Helicopters and Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL).
This agreement, finalized at the Farnborough International Airshow 2024, marks the first time the private sector will set up a helicopter assembly facility in the country.
The FAL will produce the H125 helicopter for markets in India and neighboring countries, supporting the "Make in India" initiative and enhancing local helicopter manufacturing capabilities.
"We are pleased to partner with Airbus to establish the final assembly line for H125 helicopters in India," said Sukaran Singh, CEO and managing director of TASL. "This collaboration aligns with the 'Make in India' initiative and addresses India's growing helicopter market potential."
Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters, expressed confidence in the project. "India is a country with great potential for helicopters and we believe that there is no better way to unlock this promising market than with a ‘Made in India’ H125 helicopter. We are delighted that we are embarking on this pioneering journey with our trusted partner the Tata Group, with whom Airbus already has a multi-faceted partnership.”
The FAL will integrate major components, avionics, mission systems, and conduct testing and qualification of the helicopters. The first ‘Made in India’ H125 helicopters are expected to be delivered in 2026. The location for the assembly line will be announced soon.
The H125 helicopter, known for its versatility and high performance, can operate in extreme environments and is suited for missions such as aerial work, firefighting, law enforcement, and rescue operations.
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