Telangana’s T-Works spearheads flight simulator development

Telangana government’s hardware prototyping initiative T-Works is spearheading development of next-generation Full Motion Flight Simulators for all kinds of aircraft, including passenger aircraft, fighter aircraft and helicopters.

IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu’s office said this on Thursday (September 25, 2025), announcing that Axial Aero, an IDEX winner and incubated at T-Works, is ready to begin commercial production.

The company has received minimum purchase quantity to deliver Five Flight Simulators within the next three years. While imported simulators cost around ₹50 crore each, Axial Aero will supply them at a competitive price of ₹25–30 crore, without compromising on sophistication or performance, as per the Minister’s office.

Flight simulators are vital for pilot training, creating a fully immersive environment that replicates the experience of flying a real aircraft. Equipped with advanced electronic and automated systems identical to those in modern jets, the simulators use expansive semi-circular screens to project dynamic visuals, giving pilots an authentic sense of flight.

During a recent visit to T-Works, Mr. Sridhar Babu reviewed the project and appreciated the engineers for their innovation. He urged them to fast-track production and ensure Hyderabad establishes itself as a global leader in advanced defence technologies.

All the Level-D Full Flight Simulators for the passenger aircraft are imported. Until recently, the armed forces had to rely on costly imports from the United States and Europe for pilot training simulators. This dependence is set to end, as India not only moves towards self-reliance but also prepares to emerge as an exporter of cutting-edge simulation technology, his office said.