Boeing has expressed doubts about establishing a final aircraft assembly line in India, citing insufficient market conditions for such an investment. Salil Gupte, Boeing’s India and South Asia President, noted that the demand for commercial aircraft in India is still developing, and current orders do not justify a dedicated assembly operation. While Boeing is committed to India’s aerospace sector and sees long-term growth potential, it distinguishes between defense and commercial production. In contrast, Tata and Airbus are advancing India’s aircraft manufacturing capabilities with the C295 program, aiming to establish a domestic assembly ecosystem and enhance India’s export potential.