NOEMI Aerospace signs MOU for electric seaplanes in India

NOEMI Aerospace has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Indian helicopter operator Pawan Hans to explore the introduction of electric amphibious aircraft for regional air transport across India. The MoU was signed in the presence of the Hon’ble Minister of Civil Aviation Shri Ram Mohan Naidu Ji and Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation Shri Samir Kumar Sinha Ji, underlining the strategic importance India places on sustainable regional aviation and enhanced connectivity. “Our vision is not limited to operating seaplanes in India; we also want to build them in India guided by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s Make in India vision. Further, the Union Budget 2026 strongly puts forward the government’s vision for Seaplane promotion. It proposes to give incentives to indigenize manufacturing of seaplanes. A Seaplane VGF Scheme will also be introduced to provide support for operations. If we combine global technology partnerships with Indian manufacturing capability, then we can cater to the local and regional demand for Seaplanes,” said Shri Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, Minister of Civil Aviation, Government of India. “We are honoured to begin this collaboration with Pawan Hans and grateful for the strong support shown by Minister Shri Ram Mohan Naidu Ji and the Ministry of Civil Aviation. India has a bold vision for regional connectivity, and electric amphibious aircraft could become an important part of that future. Together with Pawan Hans and the Indian government, we look forward to exploring how NOEMI can help strengthen regional connectivity and support India’s strategy towards more sustainable aviation,” said Eric Lithun, Founder & CEO, NOEMI Aerospace. India is emerging as one of the world’s most attractive future markets for seaplane operations. Through the Government of India’s UDAN regional connectivity programme, plans are underway for approximately 150 new seaplane routes, creating a unique opportunity for sustainable regional aviation. “At Pawan Hans, we are committed to evolving from being India’s leading helicopter operator into a future ready aviation enterprise that embraces innovation, sustainability and global partnerships. This MOU is only the beginning of an exciting journey towards building India’s sustainable aviation future,” said Sunil Kumar Nagdawne, Chairman & Managing Director, Pawan Hans Ltd. The collaboration will initially focus on evaluating operational concepts, infrastructure requirements and commercial opportunities for electric amphibious aircraft in India. NOEMI’s aircraft is designed to operate from both water and conventional runways, enabling sustainable regional air transport without requiring new airport infrastructure. Built on a one platform, multiple missions philosophy, the aircraft is being developed for passenger transport, cargo, medical evacuation, search and rescue, government operations and aerial firefighting. For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Matt Driskill at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Head of Sales Sally Passey at [email protected]