Adani Group has reportedly entered into a partnership with Brazil-based aircraft manufacturer Embraer to manufacture regional passenger jets in India. The collaboration marks a significant step towards strengthening India’s aviation manufacturing ecosystem and improving regional air connectivity.
According to media reports, Adani Aerospace has signed a memorandum of understanding with Embraer in Brazil. While details related to investment size, manufacturing location and timelines have not yet been disclosed, the development signals growing momentum in India’s aerospace ambitions.
The proposed manufacturing programme is expected to focus on Embraer’s regional jets, which typically seat between 70 and 146 passengers. These aircraft are designed for short- to medium-haul routes and are widely used to connect smaller cities with major aviation hubs.
India’s regional air travel market has been expanding rapidly, supported by rising incomes, improved airport infrastructure and government-led connectivity initiatives. Regional jets can help airlines operate routes that are not commercially viable for larger narrow-body aircraft, thereby improving access to air travel across tier-2 and tier-3 cities.
India is currently the fastest-growing aviation market in the world, with domestic airlines having placed orders for more than 1,800 aircraft. However, global aircraft makers such as Airbus and Boeing are facing long delivery timelines due to supply chain constraints.
In this context, a local final assembly line for regional aircraft could help ease capacity pressures while also reducing dependence on imports. The government has been encouraging global aerospace companies to set up manufacturing facilities in India to build domestic capabilities and generate skilled employment.
Policy support for the proposed assembly line is reportedly under consideration. This may include fiscal incentives linked to aircraft orders, with benefits gradually reducing as volumes increase.
Embraer already has a presence in India, with nearly 50 aircraft of various types operating across commercial aviation, defence and business jet segments. Its Indian subsidiary is exploring further opportunities as domestic demand for regional aircraft continues to rise.
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The reported Adani–Embraer partnership could play a key role in shaping India’s regional aviation landscape. By combining global aircraft expertise with local manufacturing, the initiative supports India’s goal of becoming a major aerospace hub while improving air connectivity and creating long-term economic value.
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Published on: Jan 8, 2026, 9:11 AM IST
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