Adani Defence and Leonardo MoU for Helicopters in India
Why in the news
Adani Defence & Aerospace and Italian aerospace company Leonardo agreed in February 2026 to build a helicopter manufacturing ecosystem in India.
Key facts
- Type of pact: MoU between Adani Defence & Aerospace and Leonardo (Italy).
- Models in focus: AW169M and AW109 TrekkerM.
- Policy fit: Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
Scope of cooperation
| Area | Included |
|---|---|
| Production | Manufacturing and assembly |
| Support | MRO (maintenance, repair, overhaul) facilities |
| Skills | Pilot training infrastructure |
| Localisation | Phased indigenisation |
Exam angle
- Indian partner: Adani Defence & Aerospace; foreign partner: Leonardo, an Italian aerospace firm.
- Helicopter models: AW169M and AW109 TrekkerM.
- Related terms: MRO, indigenisation, Make in India.