Tata Boeing Aerospace has manufactured 400 Apache fuselages in Hyderabad, strengthening India’s role in the global aerospace supply chain
Tata Boeing Aerospace Ltd (TBAL) has rolled out its 400th fuselage for the AH-64E Apache attack helicopter from its Hyderabad facility, underscoring the expanding role of Indian manufacturing in the global aerospace and defence supply chain.
TBAL, a joint venture between Boeing and Tata Advanced Systems (TASL), manufactures the Apache fuselages in India before they are integrated into completed helicopters supplied to customers around the world.
The latest milestone comes as India seeks to build greater domestic capability in defence manufacturing and position its companies as suppliers to major global defence programmes.
The Apache fuselages manufactured by TBAL are not limited to helicopters operated by India. The components form part of the global production programme and have been supplied for Apaches delivered to the US Army and other customers.
TBAL was established in 2016 as part of the Boeing-Tata partnership. The company delivered its 300th Apache fuselage in February 2025.
India operates 28 Apache helicopters
The Apache is also part of India’s military helicopter fleet. The Indian Air Force operates 22 AH-64E Apache helicopters, while the Indian Army received six Apache helicopters in 2025, taking India’s total fleet to 28.
The AH-64E is designed for a range of missions, including armed reconnaissance, close air support and anti-armour operations.
The Apache programme is one of several initiatives through which Tata Advanced Systems is expanding its presence in India’s defence manufacturing ecosystem.
Last week, TASL signed a memorandum of understanding with the Javelin Joint Venture, a partnership between Raytheon and Lockheed Martin, to explore co-production of the Javelin All Up Round missile in India.
The proposed arrangement includes exploring a dedicated final assembly and integration facility in India, along with capabilities to manufacture components for future production requirements.
(With inputs from agencies.)