Ilyushin Aviation Complex

published-thin-upgradeTier B
Country: Russia

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At a Glance

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What It Is

Ilyushin Aviation Complex (part of Russia's UAC) designs the Il-76 strategic airlifter and its Il-78 tanker derivative. The IAF operates six Il-78MKI tankers that underpin its aerial-refuelling capability, and legacy Il-76 Gajaraj transports remain in the heavy-lift fleet.

Sources

  1. en.wikipedia.org-Ilyushin Il-78Credible
    Ilyushin Il-78
    en.wikipedia.org·accessed 2026-09-02
  2. militaeraktuell.at-Indian Air Force switches from Il-78 to KC-767 tankerCredible
    Indian Air Force switches from Il-78 to KC-767 tanker
    militaeraktuell.at·accessed 2026-09-02
  3. thedefensepost.com-Israel Emerges as Sole Bidder for India's $900M Military Tanker DealCredible
    Israel Emerges as Sole Bidder for India's $900M Military Tanker Deal
    thedefensepost.com·accessed 2026-09-02

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