Lockheed Martin and Tata Set to Revolutionize India's Military Aviation
Lockheed Martin plans to establish a co-production facility for the C-130J Super Hercules in India, marking the first such global hub outside the US. Partnered with Tata Advanced Systems, this venture aims to fulfill the Indian Air Force's need for 80 tactical lift transport aircraft.
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Lockheed Martin is set to create a significant milestone in India's aviation sector with plans to establish a co-production facility for the C-130J Super Hercules military transport aircraft. This initiative makes India the first country outside the United States to host such a global hub for the aerospace giant.
In collaboration with Tata Advanced Systems, Lockheed Martin is eyeing a pivotal role in the Indian Air Force's ambitious Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) programme, which seeks to procure 80 new tactical lift transport aircraft, replacing the aging Soviet-era models.
The strategic move, coupled with the construction of a defense maintenance hub in Bengaluru, underscores Lockheed Martin's strong commitment to enhance India's military capabilities and its own industrial footprint in the region.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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