Procuring around 20 Airbus A400M aircraft would give the Indian Air Force a modern, fuel‑efficient, and versatile transport fleet capable of bridging tactical and strategic roles, but the trade‑off lies in payload thresholds and ruggedness compared to the legacy Ilyushin Il‑76, which still offers raw lift capacity and proven durability in austere environments.The Airbus A400M is designed as a
Why India Should Weigh the A400M Tactical–Strategic Airlifter Against Il‑76’s Established Strengths
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