India's Ministry of Defence has issued a major tender for 60 medium transport aircraft to replace the Indian Air Force's ageing An-32 fleet. The programme is expected to involve global aerospace companies alongside Indian industrial partners.
The requirement calls for a platform capable of tactical airlift, paradrop operations and short-field performance across a range of terrain.
Industry sources expect a formal request for proposals within the next two quarters.
“The programme is expected to involve global aerospace companies alongside Indian industrial partners.”