In a historic move, India will manufacture Rafale fighter jet fuselages for the first time, marking a major milestone in the country’s aerospace industry. Dassault Aviation and Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) have signed four Production Transfer Agreements, paving the way for Hyderabad-based manufacturing of key structural sections of the Rafale jet.
🔴 Key Highlights:
- First-ever Rafale fuselage production outside France, strengthening India’s aerospace capabilities.
- TASL will set up a cutting-edge facility in Hyderabad, producing rear fuselage, central fuselage, and front section.
- Production expected to begin in FY28, with up to two complete fuselages delivered per month.
📢 Industry Leaders Speak:
- Eric Trappier, CEO of Dassault Aviation: “This is a decisive step in strengthening our supply chain in India.”
- Sukaran Singh, CEO of TASL: “This partnership reflects India’s progress in aerospace manufacturing and global supply chain integration.”
⚠️ Strategic Impact:
- Boosts India’s ‘Make in India’ initiative, reinforcing self-reliance in defense production.
- Strengthens Indo-French defense collaboration, following India’s procurement of 26 Rafale-Marine jets.
- Positions India as a key player in global aerospace manufacturing, supporting future defense exports.
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