Aerospace

Safran, the French aerospace and defense giant, has announced plans to establish a Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility for its LEAP aircraft engines in India by 2026. The facility aims to tap into the rapidly expanding Asia-Pacific aviation market, offering comprehensive engine servicing solutions for commercial airlines. With a revenue target of €3 billion, Safran intends to leverage India’s skilled workforce, strategic location, and growing aviation infrastructure to enhance operational efficiency and reduce turnaround times.

GE Aerospace has announced a fresh investment of $14 million (approximately Rs. 124 crore) to expand and modernize its manufacturing facility in Pune, marking a significant step in its long-term India strategy. The capital infusion aims to boost production capacity, deepen automation, and enhance the site’s ability to deliver high-precision components for GE’s global aircraft engine programs. Over the past decade, the Pune facility has evolved into an essential contributor to the company’s worldwide supply chain.

Airbus, the European aerospace giant, has joined hands with Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) to manufacture H125 helicopters in India, marking a significant step in strengthening the country’s aerospace and defense ecosystem. The initiative aligns with New Delhi’s “Make in India” program, aiming to boost indigenous manufacturing, reduce dependency on imports, and position India as a global hub for rotary-wing aircraft production.

GE Aerospace is intensifying its focus on India as a hub for artificial intelligence (AI)-driven innovation, betting big on the country’s talent pool to advance next-generation aerospace technologies. With rising global demand for efficiency, sustainability, and digital transformation in aviation, the company is channeling resources into expanding its AI research, design, and engineering capabilities in India.

PRYMA Aerospace, an emerging player in India’s aerospace and defense technology sector, has received certification from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) for its indigenous drone systems. The approval marks a critical milestone for the company, enabling it to scale commercial operations in agriculture, logistics, and surveillance.

Airbus and Mahindra Group have announced a strategic collaboration to produce the fuselage of the Airbus H125 helicopter in India, marking a significant boost to the government’s “Make in India” and “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiatives. The partnership positions India as a critical player in the global aerospace supply chain while fostering indigenous manufacturing capabilities in high-value aviation technology.

Singapore-based Thakral Corporation has announced plans to begin manufacturing drone components in India, marking a significant step in the country’s expanding aerospace and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) sector. The move aligns with India’s “Make in India” initiative, aimed at boosting domestic production and reducing dependence on imported technology. By setting up localized manufacturing, Thakral aims to cater to both domestic and global markets, leveraging India’s engineering talent, cost advantages, and evolving regulatory framework.

Bengaluru-based Jeh Aerospace has raised USD 11 million in Series A funding, marking a significant milestone in its mission to become a key player in India’s fast-evolving aerospace and defense manufacturing ecosystem. Backed by prominent investors and strategic stakeholders, the fresh capital infusion is expected to bolster Jeh's design and production capabilities, expand its workforce, and accelerate the delivery of critical structures and sub-assemblies for global aerospace giants.