Airbus Expands Presence in Africa with C295 Maritime Surveillance Fleet

Airbus Defence and Space has delivered two C295 Maritime Surveillance Aircraft (MSA) to Angola, completing the country’s three-aircraft order. The new aircraft will support search and rescue operations, combat illegal fishing, and maritime traffic monitoring for the Angolan Air Force. The delivery follows the successful completion of the first C295 MSA fleet in Africa, which includes two maritime surveillance configurations and one tactical transport. The C295s are equipped with Airbus’ Fully Integrated Tactical System (FITS) and Collins Aerospace’s Pro Line Fusion avionics suite. The Angolan government has invested in new patrol vessels and maritime coordination systems to enhance domain awareness and protect national resources.