The Indian Ministry of Defence is set to issue a global tender for the procurement of 60 to 80 Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA), estimated at over $5 billion, to address the Indian Air Force’s declining airlift capabilities. This initiative under the ‘Make in India’ program aims to foster domestic manufacturing, with international aerospace firms like Embraer, Lockheed Martin, and Airbus partnering with Indian companies. The MTA will replace aging Soviet-era aircraft, significantly enhancing logistics for military operations and humanitarian missions while promoting self-reliance in defense. With a minimum indigenous content requirement of 50-60%, this procurement is essential for restoring the IAF’s operational edge, particularly along India’s northern borders. The expected delivery of the new aircraft by 2030 marks a strategic advancement in India’s defense capabilities.