365Telugu.com online news,Saint-Cloud, Mumbai, June 5, 2025:Dassault Aviation and Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) have signed four Production Transfer Agreements to manufacture Rafale fighter aircraft fuselage components in India, marking a major milestone in enhancing the country’s aerospace manufacturing capabilities and supporting global supply chains. This initiative represents a significant investment in India’s aerospace infrastructure and establishes a vital hub for high-precision manufacturing.
As part of this partnership, Tata Advanced Systems will establish a state-of-the-art production facility in Hyderabad to manufacture key structural sections of the Rafale aircraft, including the lateral shells of the rear fuselage, the complete rear section, the central fuselage, and the front section.
The first fuselage sections are scheduled to come off the assembly line by the financial year 2028, with the facility expected to produce up to two complete fuselages per month.
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Eric Trappier, Chairman and CEO of Dassault Aviation, said, “For the first time, Rafale fuselages will be manufactured outside France. This is a decisive step in strengthening our supply chain in India. With the expansion of our local partners, including TASL, a key player in the Indian aerospace industry, this supply chain will contribute to the successful ramp-up of Rafale production while meeting our stringent quality and competitiveness standards.”
Sukaran Singh, CEO and Managing Director of Tata Advanced Systems Limited, added, “This partnership is a landmark in India’s aerospace journey. Producing the complete Rafale fuselage in India reflects the deep trust in TASL’s capabilities and the strength of our collaboration with Dassault Aviation. It also highlights India’s remarkable progress in building a modern and resilient aerospace manufacturing ecosystem capable of supporting global platforms.”
The agreements reinforce Dassault Aviation’s strong commitment to India’s ‘Make in India’ and AtmaNirbhar Bharat initiatives, aiming to position India as a key player in the global aerospace supply chain while advancing the country’s economic self-reliance.