The Military Transport Aircraft Division (the “MTA Division”) develops, manufactures and sells light and medium military transport aircraft and is responsible for the A400M, the European heavy military transport aircraft project. In addition, the MTA Division produces and sells special mission aircraft, which are derived from existing aircraft platforms and are dedicated to specialised military and security tasks such as maritime surveillance, antisubmarine warfare and in-flight refuelling capabilities. The MTA Division also designs and manufactures aerostructure elements.

In 2006, the MTA Division generated revenues of €2.2 billion, representing 5.6% of EADS’ total revenues.