Strengthening India’s aerospace manufacturing ecosystem, Tata Advanced Systems Limited has launched a Final Assembly Line for the Airbus H125 at Vemagal.
The development marks the second major industrial collaboration between TASL and Airbus, following the C295 military transport aircraft assembly line. Airbus currently sources over $1.5 billion worth of components and services annually from India.
The H125, the world’s best-selling single-engine helicopter, has logged more than 40 million flight hours globally and is widely deployed in civil and para-public roles. The first India-assembled H125 is expected to roll out in early 2027 and will also be exported to South Asia.
“We are proud to establish the H125 Helicopter Final Assembly Line, a first in the private sector in India— a landmark step in the nation’s journey towards self-reliance in aerospace and defence. This facility reflects the growing depth of India’s industrial capabilities and the strength of our long-standing partnership with Airbus. Together, we are contributing to the creation of a globally competitive aerospace ecosystem in India,” said N Chandrasekaran, Chairman, Tata Sons.
“The inauguration of the H125 FAL is a defining step towards India’s civil and defence sovereignty when it comes to vertical lift capabilities. By establishing this facility with the Tata Group, Airbus is offering the Indian market a versatile and competitive platform with unrivaled performance that is ‘Made in India’ and tailored for missions across the country’s unique topography,” said Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters. “The FAL will also be able to produce the military version H125M with a level of local manufacturing that ensures the Indian forces remain mission-ready at all times. It will also be a game-changer for the development of the civil helicopter market,” he added.
