Telangana’s government-backed hardware prototyping hub, T-Works, is at the forefront of developing advanced Full Motion Flight Simulators designed for a wide array of aircraft, including commercial passenger planes, formidable fighter jets, and versatile helicopters.
This exciting development was announced on Thursday (September 25, 2025) by the office of IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu. They proudly shared that Axial Aero, a startup recognized as an IDEX winner and nurtured within T-Works, is now poised to commence commercial production of these cutting-edge simulators.
Axial Aero has already secured an order for five flight simulators, slated for delivery within the next three years. Remarkably, these domestically produced simulators are expected to cost between ₹25–30 crore each, offering a significant price advantage over imported counterparts, which typically retail around ₹50 crore, all while maintaining superior sophistication and performance standards.
Flight simulators play a critical role in modern pilot training, providing an incredibly realistic and immersive environment that mirrors the experience of flying a real aircraft. These sophisticated systems are equipped with the same advanced electronic and automated controls found in contemporary jets, utilizing large, semi-circular screens to display dynamic, lifelike visuals that provide pilots with an authentic sensation of flight.
During a recent inspection at T-Works, Minister Sridhar Babu praised the engineers for their groundbreaking innovation. He underscored the urgency of accelerating production to cement Hyderabad’s position as a global leader in advanced defense technologies.
Historically, India has relied on expensive imports from countries like the United States and Europe for Level-D Full Flight Simulators used in passenger aircraft and armed forces pilot training. This era of dependence is rapidly drawing to a close, as India not only champions self-reliance but also prepares to emerge as a key global exporter of this sophisticated simulation technology.