New Delhi, Aug. 28 -- Mahindra Aerostructures on Thursday said it has been awarded a contract by Airbus to manufacture and assemble the main fuselage of the latter's H125 light single-engine helicopter in India.

As per the deal, Mahindra Aerostructures (MASPL) will manufacture H125's main fuselage at its Bengaluru plant.

"Industrialisation of this significantly important contract will begin immediately, and the first fuselage delivery is targeted for 2027," MASPL said in a statement.

Anish Shah, Group CEO & MD, Mahindra Group, said: "We are delighted to partner with Airbus on its 'Make in India' plans. This contract strengthens our long-term partnership and reflects Mahindra Group and Airbus' role in building India's aerospace ecosyste...