What Happened
India Expands Domestic Defense Sustainment Capabilities
MBDA has signed an agreement with the Indian Air Force to develop a local Maintenance, Repair and Mid-Life Overhaul (MRO) capability for MICA air-to-air missiles. The facility will be set up, operated, and maintained by the Indian Air Force, with MBDA providing the necessary support. This move is part of India’s wider effort to expand domestic defense sustainment capabilities under Atmanirbhar Bharat. The project aims to support long-term sustainment of India’s MICA missile inventory and improve turnaround times. This development was first reported by AeroTime.