Adani Defence: After infrastructure, green energy and port development, now Adani Group is strengthening its hold in the defense sector also. In this sequence, Adani Defense Systems and Technologies Limited (ADSTL) in collaboration with Prime Aero Services LLP has announced the purchase of majority stake in Flight Simulation Technique Center Private Limited (FSTC). The total value of this deal is said to be Rs 820 crore. This is a big step taken in the direction of the flight training sector of the country.

Pilots are given training

FSTC is a company which provides training to pilots to fly. This is the country’s largest and independent flight training and simulation center. FSTC has 11 full-flight simulators and 17 training aircraft, through which it runs training programs ranging from Commercial Pilot License to Type Rating Recurrent Training and Special Skills Programme.

The company is certified by DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation) and EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency), which runs its simulation centers in Gurugram and Hyderabad. There is a possibility of further expansion in the coming time. Apart from this, the company also runs one of the largest flying schools in India at Bhiwani and Narnaul in Haryana.

Why is this deal considered important?

India’s defense pilot training ecosystem is emerging rapidly because it has immense potential in the future. In such a situation, simulator-based training reduces expenses and improves safety and efficiency. FSTC is trying to strengthen its hold in both defense and civil domains.

Ashish Rajvanshi, CEO of Adani Defense and Aerospace, said, “This acquisition is the next step in our strategy to create a fully integrated aviation services platform. With FSTC joining Air Works and Indamar Technologies we now offer Civil MRO, General Aviation MRO [मेंटेनेंस, रिपेयर और ओवरहॉल]can serve customers in defense MRO and full-stack flight training.

He further said, “Airlines in India are planning to induct more than 1,500 new aircraft in the coming years. Additionally, the government’s emphasis on advanced training and mission rehearsals for the armed forces creates new opportunities in defense simulation. In line with our philosophy of helping build a safer nation, our aim is to support the next generation of Indian defense pilots.

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Adani Defense Wins SIDM Award: Adani Defense & Aerospace has been honored with the Champion Award 2025 by the Society of Indian Defense Manufacturers (SIDM). This award was given to the company’s Kanpur Ammunition Complex for design, manufacturing and testing excellence.

Kanpur Ammunition Complex

Adani’s Kanpur complex, spread over 500 acres, is one of India’s most advanced integrated defense manufacturing hubs. This industry is equipped with 4.0 automation systems and all types of ammunition of small, medium and large caliber are produced here. This plant provides special focus on safety, accuracy and quality.

It was told by the company that this award underlines its role in increasing India’s defense production capacity. Along with this, it is in line with the government’s ‘Make in India, Made for the World’ initiative. This honor was given by Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, while Defense Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh was also present on the occasion.

Steps towards self-reliant India

On this occasion, Ashish Rajvanshi, CEO, Adani Defense and Aerospace, said that the SIDM Champion Award is a testament to our commitment that we are creating an indigenous, technology-based defense manufacturing ecosystem, which strengthens the country’s self-reliance and strategic capability. He also said that the Kanpur Ammunition Complex is an example of how India can be transformed into a global defense manufacturing hub through Industry 4.0 technology and innovation.

This plant of Adani Defense is part of the government’s strategy to promote domestic defense production under the Self-reliant India initiative. The company said it will continue to invest in advanced technology, modern infrastructure and strategic partnerships to further strengthen India’s defense manufacturing capability.

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