Tata Boeing Aerospace Delivers 300 Fuselage for Apache From Hyd Unit
Fuselages are manufactured for customers around the world, including the US Army
Hyderabad: Tata Boeing Aerospace Limited (TBAL) delivered the 300th fuselage for the AH-64 Apache attack helicopter from its facility in Hyderabad.
These fuselages are manufactured for customers around the world, including the U.S. Army, including the six on order with the Indian Army. The Indian Air Force operates a fleet of 22 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters.
This milestone reflects TBAL's efforts to bolster India's defence capabilities and advancing India’s indigenous manufacturing prowess.
The joint venture between Boeing and Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) employs over 900 engineers and technicians. It uses robotics, automation, and advanced aerospace concepts in its manufacturing processes.
TBAL’s 14,000 sqm facility serves as a global sole source supplier for Apache fuselages. About 90 percent of the parts used in the Apache aerostructure assemblies are manufactured in India through more than 100 MSME suppliers, a release said.
