New Delhi: C 295 Aircraft Specs Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated the Tata-Airbus factory (TATA Aircraft Complex) in Vadodara, Gujarat, which will manufacture C-295 aircraft. Spanish President Pedro Sanchez was also with him. India has signed an agreement with Spain to manufacture 56 aircraft. 16 aircraft will be manufactured in Spain itself, while the remaining 40 aircraft will be manufactured by Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL).

The C-295, manufactured by Airbus Defense and Space, is a medium-lift aircraft that is attracting the attention of the armies of many countries due to its exceptional performance. Now this company will manufacture the aircraft in India in collaboration with Tata. The C-295 has been designed to meet the needs of modern armies. 

Let us find out what other features C-295 has...

will help the army a lot

The C-295 has been designed to meet the diverse needs of modern armies. Let's find out what it does...

These aircraft are used to transport troops, equipment and military supplies to remote or enemy areas. 

Not only this, it also carries large vehicles, helicopters and other large-sized cargo.

In this, injured soldiers can be given critical care and they can be transported from one place to another.

It can also conduct reconnaissance and intelligence gathering missions. 

Can be used to deliver relief supplies and personnel during natural disasters or humanitarian crises.

What is its specialty

The C-295 has a number of features that make it an attractive option for militaries.

The aircraft has a range of 5000 km and can remain stationary at one place for 11 hours.

It has a payload capacity of up to 9250 kg. 

It can also operate from short and unpaved runways. 

It also has a state-of-the-art cockpit and navigation system.

Why is this plane special for India

73 soldiers or 48 paratroopers can travel in this aircraft. It is also special for India because it requires a short runway for landing. It requires a runway of up to 934 meters to take off and only 420 meters to land. At the same time, it can carry 800 kg of weapons, soldiers, fuel and many other items from one place to another.  

Many countries included it in their army

More than 20 countries have incorporated the C-295 into their military. Spain has adopted 13 C-295s. Poland's air force is using 16 C-295s. Brazil's air force has 12, while the Egyptian army uses it for military transport and humanitarian missions.