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Royal Thai Air Force Orders Two Airbus C295 Aircraft

May 22, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Royal Thai Air Force orders two Airbus C295 aircraft.
First delivery scheduled for 2029.
Aircraft to be assembled in Seville, Spain.
C295s will operate from Phitsanulok air base.

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Strategic Implications

This order may indicate the Royal Thai Air Force's growing need for tactical transport capabilities. The extension of the C295's footprint in Thailand suggests a preference for proven, versatile aircraft, which could benefit Airbus in future regional competitions.

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What Happened

European Manufacturer Expands Tactical Transport Presence In Asia

The Royal Thai Air Force has placed a firm order for two Airbus C295 tactical transport aircraft, with deliveries scheduled to begin in the first half of 2029. The aircraft will be assembled at Airbus Defence and Space’s facility in Seville, Spain, and will operate from Phitsanulok air base in northern Thailand. This order extends the existing presence of the C295 in Thailand, where the Royal Thai Army has operated three of the aircraft since 2016. The deal also reinforces an industrial partnership with Thai Aviation Industries, as reported by AeroTime.

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