Airbus and The Spanish Ministry of Defence have signed an order for 16 C295 aircraft in Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) and Maritime Surveillance Aircraft (MSA) configurations, with a contract value of €1.695 billion. This move aims to bolster Spain’s national anti-submarine warfare capability and enhance surveillance, reconnaissance, and search and rescue capabilities.
Designed and manufactured entirely in Spain, these aircraft will contribute to the country’s industrial defense footprint and sovereignty. The Maritime Patrol version is considered the most complex C295 mission configuration to date, incorporating advanced technologies to provide operational advantages.