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India inks deal for Apache, Chinook helicopters
by Richard Tomkins
Philadelphia (UPI) Sep 29, 2015


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India's Ministry of Defense has finalized a commercial direct sales order with Boeing for production, training and support of Apache and Chinook helicopters.

Under the order, India is to receive 22 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters and 15 CH-47F Chinook heavy-lift helicopters, Boeing said.

The order for the Apaches, however, did not include engines, Apache engines, weaponry and radar, which will come under a U.S. Foreign Military Sales deal, according to the Indian publication Business Standard.

"This is a milestone in Boeing's expanding commitment to India," said Pratyush Kumar, president, Boeing India. "This acquisition enhances the Indian air force's capabilities and offers us an opportunity to further accelerate 'Make in India.' Large sections of the Chinook fuselage are already manufactured in India and discussions are ongoing with our Indian partners to make Apache parts."

The value of the total helicopter deal -- including FMS purchases -- could be up to about $3 billion, the Business Standard reported.

"The Apache and Chinook represent the best of high-performing technologies that will modernize India's defense capabilities," said Dennis Swanson, vice president of Boeing's Defense, Space & Security in India. "We look forward to delivering the newest Apache and Chinook to our customers and remain focused on delivering on its commitments to the Indian Air Force and India's Ministry of Defense."


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