The Airbus (CASA) C-295 is the definitive modern tactical airlifter, a efficient twin-turboprop designed to handle a vast array of missions from a single, reliable platform. Stretched and modernized from the successful CN-235, the C-295 offers significantly increased payload and range while maintaining the ability to operate from short, soft, and unimproved runways. Beyond its primary role as a cargo and troop transport, the C-295 has become a world leader in specialized missions, including maritime patrol (MPA), anti-submarine warfare, and airborne early warning (AEW), serving dozens of nations as a cost-effective alternative to much larger and more complex aircraft.
A military transport aircraft modified for maritime patrol and surveillance missions. It's equipped with advanced radar, sensors, and communication systems to detect and track surface vessels and submarines, supporting naval and coast guard operations.
| Engine type | PWC PW127G |
| Length | 88.2 ft / 26.9 m |
| Height | 28.4 ft / 8.6 m |
| Wingspan | 90.5 ft / 27.6 m |
An enhanced version of the C-295 tailored specifically for maritime patrol duties, including anti-submarine warfare (ASW), search and rescue, and environmental monitoring. It integrates sonar buoys, magnetic anomaly detectors, and weapon systems for robust maritime domain awareness.
| Engine type | PWC PW127G |
| Length | 88.2 ft / 26.9 m |
| Height | 28.4 ft / 8.6 m |
| Wingspan | 90.5 ft / 27.6 m |
