Embraer has announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Adani Defence andamp; Aerospace to develop an integrated regional transport aircraft ecosystem in India.
The timeline for the partnership is to first establish an assembly line, followed by a phased increase in control to advance India’s Regional Transport Aircraft (RTA) program. Embraer states the proposed ecosystem is meant to support domestic demand and provide employment across engineering, manufacturing, logistics and support services.
“India is a pivotal market for Embraer, and this partnership combines our aerospace expertise with Adani’s strong industrial capabilities and commitment to indigenisation,” said Arjan Meijer, President and CEO, Embraer Commercial Aviation. “Together, we will evaluate the most viable, advanced, and efficient solutions in support of India’s RTA ambitions and their potential for implementation.”
It will leverage Embraer’s engineering and aircraft manufacturing expertise with Adani’s aviation footprint, which includes airport infrastructure, aerospace manufacturing, MRO services and pilot training.
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“We are shaping India’s regional transport aircraft ecosystem, a bold stride toward Aatmanirbhar aviation that bridges urban-rural divides, generates high-skill employment, and elevates India’s position in the global aerospace industry,” said Ashish Rajvanshi, Adani President andamp; CEO.Currently, almost 50 Embraer aircraft across 11 aircraft types operate in India. Star Air operates a fleet of 13 E175 and ERJ145 aircraft and the Indian Air Force has a Legacy 600 aircraft and the ‘Netra’ AEWandamp;C aircraft based on the Embraer ERJ145 platform
“Regional aviation is the backbone of economic expansion. With initiatives like UDAN transforming air connectivity across Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, the need for an indigenous regional aviation ecosystem has become critical,” said Adani Director, Jeet Adani. “This partnership will also strengthen strategic relations between India and Brazil, bringing complementary capabilities together.”
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