Tata Boeing Aerospace Limited (TBAL) has delivered the 300th AH-64 Apache attack helicopter fuselage from its Hyderabad facility. These fuselages, supplied globally, are partly manufactured by over 100 Indian micro, small, and medium enterprises. TBAL employs over 900 professionals and uses advanced technology, reflecting its commitment to enhancing India's defense capabilities and manufacturing prowess.
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