Airbus, Mahindra Aerostructures sign contract for H130 helicopter fuselage manufacturing

ANI April 9, 2025 231 views

India's aviation sector has reached a significant milestone with the Airbus-Mahindra contract for H130 helicopter fuselage manufacturing. The strategic partnership underscores the country's growing industrial potential and commitment to domestic manufacturing. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu highlighted India's projected growth in aviation, expecting over 2,200 new aircraft in the next two decades. This collaboration represents a crucial step in India's journey towards becoming a global aerospace manufacturing hub.

"India is set to become one of the world's largest civil aviation markets" - Ram Mohan Naidu, Civil Aviation Minister
New Delhi, April 9: Airbus and Mahindra Aerostructures on Wednesday signed a contract for manufacturing H130 helicopter fuselage, according to a statement from the Civil Aviation Ministry.

Key Points

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Airbus partnership strengthens India's aerospace manufacturing capabilities

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Contract supports Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives

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Expected domestic aerospace market to reach $10 billion by 2030

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Highlights growing global competitiveness of Indian aviation sector

Minister for Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu, chaired the signing ceremony, the ministry said.

This manufacturing contract marks a pivotal moment in India's aviation journey, further strengthening the global confidence in the country's industrial potential, the ministry said.

The ministry added that the partnership between Mahindra Aerostructures and Airbus underscores India's progress in the aviation sector and the government's steadfast commitment to the 'Make in India' and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiatives spearheaded by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Highlighting India's rapid aviation growth, the Minister shared that India is set to become one of the world's largest civil aviation markets, with over 2,200 aircraft expected to join the fleet in the next 20 years.

By 2030, India will handle 630 million passengers annually, growing at a CAGR of 6-8 per cent.Over the next 10-15 years, the domestic aerospace manufacturing market can grow to a USD 10 billion industry, encompassing structural components, avionics systems, and more, he said.

The Minister also acknowledged the exemplary contribution of Indian MSMEs and startups, which supply over USD 2 billion worth of aircraft components annually to global OEMs like Airbus and Boeing.

The event builds on the momentum from a February 2025 meeting chaired by the minister, focusing on accelerating aircraft component manufacturing in India. Attended by senior officials, industry leaders, and experts, the meeting aimed to chart a unified roadmap for bolstering domestic production and enhancing global competitiveness.

Secretary, MoCA, Vumlunmang Vualnam in his address emphasized how the H130 fuselage contract will not only bring cutting-edge technologies and jobs to India but also catalyze the development of domestic MRO capabilities and a robust manufacturing base.

The two Final Assembly Lines in India; one for the C295 military aircraft, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez, and the upcoming H125 helicopter assembly line stand as beacons of India's thriving aerospace ecosystem and its strategic partnership with global players like Airbus, the ministry added.

Reader Comments

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Rajesh K.
This is fantastic news for Indian aviation! 🇮🇳 The H130 is a workhorse helicopter globally, and having fuselages made here will create so many skilled jobs. Make in India is really taking off!
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the growth in aviation manufacturing, I hope the government ensures proper environmental safeguards are in place with this expansion. Aerospace manufacturing can be resource-intensive.
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Arjun S.
Mahindra has been doing impressive work in aerospace! Their partnership with Airbus shows how Indian companies are becoming globally competitive. Excited to see more such collaborations ✈️
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Sunita R.
The numbers mentioned are staggering - 2,200 aircraft in 20 years! This means so many opportunities for young engineers and technicians. Time to encourage more students towards aerospace careers.
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Vikram J.
I work in aviation MRO and this is exactly the kind of development we need. More local manufacturing means better support ecosystem and reduced downtime for maintenance. Big win for operators!
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Neha P.
The H130 is such a versatile helicopter - used for everything from tourism to medical evacuation. Having Indian-made components will hopefully make these more affordable for our domestic operators.

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