Boeing submits proposals to India for Apache, Chinook choppers
15 years, 5 months ago

Boeing submits proposals to India for Apache, Chinook choppers

The Hindu  

U.S. aerospace major Boeing has submitted two proposals to the Indian Air Force offering the AH-64D Apache and the CH-47F Chinook for India’s attack and heavy-lift helicopter competitions. “Boeing believes the Apache and Chinook helicopters are the most capable and cost-effective rotorcraft to meet India’s defence and transport requirements,” said Vivek Lall, vice-president and India country head for Boeing Integrated Defense Systems. “The Apache will be a capable and lethal defender of India’s troops and assets, while the Chinook will answer many of the country’s military and humanitarian needs, he added. The combat-proven AH-64D Apache Longbow is the newest version of the machine and a candidate to fulfil the attack helicopter and reconnaissance requirements of numerous armed forces worldwide, a Boeing statement said.

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Tata Boeing Aerospace delivers 300th fuselage for AH-64 Apache helicopter from Hyderabad facility
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Tata Boeing Aerospace delivers 300th fuselage for AH-64 Apache helicopter from Hyderabad facility

The Hindu  

Tata Boeing Aerospace has delivered the 300th fuselage for the AH-64 Apache attack helicopter from its facility in Hyderabad. The fuselages are manufactured for customers around the world, including the U.S. Army and for the six ordered by the Indian Army.The Indian Air Force operates a fleet of 22 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters, TBAL, which is a joint venture of …

Delivery of Apache attack helicopters from US for Army misses deadline again
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delivery of Apache attack helicopters from US for Army misses deadline again

India Today  

The Indian Army's Apache Squadron is still waiting for the first batch of Apache AH-64E attack helicopters from the US since the past 11 months of its raising. As part of a USD 600 million deal signed in 2020 with the US, the Army had expected delivery of six Apache helicopters by June 2024. As part of a USD 600 …

Army receives new unmanned drones which can carry payload of up to 20 kg
4 months ago

Army receives new unmanned drones which can carry payload of up to 20 kg

India Today  

The Indian Army received an electric-unmanned helicopter, Sabal 20 Logistics Drone, from EndureAir on Wednesday, marking a significant milestone in enhancing logistics capabilities for defence forces operating in challenging terrains. Sabal 20 is an electric-unmanned helicopter based on variable pitch technology, designed specifically for aerial logistics, capable of carrying payloads of up to 20 kg, which is equivalent to 50 …

Indian Army awaiting batch delivery of Apache attack helicopters from US
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Indian Army awaiting batch delivery of Apache attack helicopters from US

India Today  

The Indian Army's Aviation Corps is still awaiting the delivery of the first batch of Apache AH-64E attack helicopters from the United States. The Indian Air Force has already inducted 22 Apache helicopters as part of a separate order signed in 2015, while the Indian Army is awaiting these advanced attack helicopters to bolster its capabilities. The Indian Army's Aviation …

As Army upgrades firepower in eastern Arunachal, Chinook heavy-lift helicopter becomes a “game changer”
1 year, 1 month ago

As Army upgrades firepower in eastern Arunachal, Chinook heavy-lift helicopter becomes a “game changer”

The Hindu  

After strengthening defences as well as firepower in the Tawang sector of Arunachal Pradesh, the Army has now beefed up its combat potential along the Line of Actual Control in the rest of the State with the induction of its entire range of arsenal from the latest firearms to M777 ultra light howitzers. The CH-47F Chinook heavy-lift helicopters have become …

Tata-Boeing Aerospace delivers 250th made-in-India AH-64 Apache fuselage
1 year, 3 months ago

Tata-Boeing Aerospace delivers 250th made-in-India AH-64 Apache fuselage

Hindustan Times  

Achieving a major milestone in the defence manufacturing sector, Tata Boeing Aerospace Limited has successfully delivered the 250th fuselage for the AH-64 Apache attack helicopter. Tata Boeing Aerospace is developing made-in-India parts for the Apache helicopter Tata Boeing Aerospace in an official statement said that the fuselages are manufactured for customers around the world. All about the AH-64 Apache attack …

Tata Boeing Aerospace delivers 250th AH-64 Apache fuselage, made in India
1 year, 3 months ago

Tata Boeing Aerospace delivers 250th AH-64 Apache fuselage, made in India

Deccan Chronicle  

Kolkata: Tata Boeing Aerospace Limited announced on Wednesday that it has delivered the 250th fuselage for the AH-64 Apache attack helicopter from its state-of-the-art facility in Hyderabad. The company said, “These fuselages are manufactured for customers around the world, including the U.S. Army, and most recently, the six on order with the Indian Army. This milestone reflects TBAL's continuous dedication …

Army gears up to induct first lot of Apache attack helicopters from February 2024 onwards
1 year, 5 months ago

Army gears up to induct first lot of Apache attack helicopters from February 2024 onwards

The Hindu  

The Army is gearing up to induct the first lot of AH-64E Apache attack helicopters from February 2024 onwards and will be deployed in the desert sector, while the bigger contract for 156 indigenous Light Combat Helicopters, 90 for the Army and 66 for the Indian Air Force, estimated to cost ₹45,000 crore, is expected to be taken up by …

Boeing starts production of Indian Army's Apache choppers
1 year, 7 months ago

Boeing starts production of Indian Army's Apache choppers

The Hindu  

American aerospace major Boeing on August 16 said it is starting production of the Apache choppers to be delivered to the Indian Army. "Boeing is starting production of the Indian Army's Apaches in Mesa, Arizona," the company said. Earlier this year, Tata Boeing Aerospace Limited delivered the Indian Army's first AH-64 Apache fuselage from its advanced facility in Hyderabad. "The …

Tata Boeing Aerospace delivers first fuselage for Indian Army AH-64 Apache
2 years, 2 months ago

Tata Boeing Aerospace delivers first fuselage for Indian Army AH-64 Apache

India TV News  

Tata Boeing Aerospace Limited delivered the first fuselage for six AH-64 Apache attack helicopters ordered by the Indian Army from its state-of-the-art facility in Hyderabad on Thursday. “This is a proud milestone and a testimony of our commitment towards Aatmanirbhar Bharat and the world-class manufacturing capabilities at our joint venture Tata Boeing Aerospace Limited at Hyderabad. The Apache will provide …

India's Chinooks still operational, details sought from Boeing over US grounding: Report
2 years, 6 months ago

India's Chinooks still operational, details sought from Boeing over US grounding: Report

Hindustan Times  

The Indian Air Force is continuing the operations of its fleet of Chinook helicopters as per routine despite the US Army grounding its entire fleet of H-47 Chinooks over issues of engine fires. The Indian Air Force has sought details from Boeing, the American defence manufacturer, about the reasons behind the grounding of the US Army's fleet of Chinook helicopters, …

Indian Navy receives first two 24 MH-60R helicopters from US
3 years, 8 months ago

Indian Navy receives first two 24 MH-60R helicopters from US

India Today  

The United States Navy has handed over the first two Sikorsky MH-60R multi-role helicopters to the Indian Navy at Naval Air Station in North Island, San Diego on Friday. The delivery of the first two MH-60R 'Romeo' helicopters to the Indian Navy marks the beginning of a new era of defence collaboration and partnership between the US and India. The …

Big boost for Indian Navy: US to hand over three choppers next month
3 years, 9 months ago

Big boost for Indian Navy: US to hand over three choppers next month

India Today  

In one of the biggest defence deals signed between India and the US in the second Narendra Modi government, the Indian Navy will get a boost in its capabilities as three of the 24 MH-60 helicopters would be delivered to India. The choppers come quipped with multi-mode radars and night-vision devices as well as armed with hellfire missiles, MK-54 torpedoes …

IAF gets last of 5 Apache attack helicopters from Boeing
4 years, 8 months ago

IAF gets last of 5 Apache attack helicopters from Boeing

The Hindu  

Boeing handed over the last of the five AH-64E Apache attack helicopters to the Indian Air Force, completing the contract for 22 Apaches. The final five of the 22 Apache attack helicopters were handed over to the IAF at the Air Force Station, Hindan, in June, Boeing said in a statement on Friday. $3 billion deal India contracted 22 Apache …

IAF conducts night operations near Indo-China border using Apache, Chinook choppers, MiG-29s | Photos, videos
4 years, 8 months ago

IAF conducts night operations near Indo-China border using Apache, Chinook choppers, MiG-29s | Photos, videos

India TV News  

The Indian Air Force is conducting night operations at a forward air base near the India-China border using Apache helicopter, MiG-29 fighter aircraft, Chinook heavy-lift helicopter. Speaking on the night operations carried out by the Indian Air Force, senior flight pilot Groupo Captain A Rathi who is deployed at a forward air base near India-China border said, "Night operations have …

Video: IAF's Su-30MKI, Apache attack helicopter carry out air operations near Indo-China border
4 years, 8 months ago

Video: IAF's Su-30MKI, Apache attack helicopter carry out air operations near Indo-China border

India TV News  

The Indian Air Force on Saturday carried out air operations at a forward base near India-China border. Visuals on ANI showed Su-30MKI fighter aircraft and Apache attack helicopter moving in and out of the airbase near the border with China. The American-origin attack chopper along with its heavy-lift counterpart Chinook have played an important role in the area after the …

HAL finalises plan to produce military helicopter on par with Boeing’s Apache Guardian
5 years ago

HAL finalises plan to produce military helicopter on par with Boeing’s Apache Guardian

Live Mint  

In an ambitious project with strategic significance, aerospace major Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd has started ground work to produce a 10 to 12 tonne attack helicopter by 2027 which will be comparable with some of the best medium-lift military choppers globally like the Apache of the Boeing. Chairman and Managing Director of HAL R Madhavan said the aim of the mega …

MH-60 Romeo Seahawk: India to get US-made advanced combat helicopters from early 2021
5 years, 1 month ago

MH-60 Romeo Seahawk: India to get US-made advanced combat helicopters from early 2021

India TV News  

India will start receiving the delivery of 24 American MH-60 Romeo helicopters from early 2021, the Indian Navy informed within days after the deal was signed between India and US during President Trump's recent visit. The deal for procuring 24 MH-60 Romeo helicopters was signed during President Donald Trump's first official visit to India on Feb 24, 25. The Indian …

Chinook, Apache choppers to take part in Republic Day parade for first time: IAF
5 years, 2 months ago

Chinook, Apache choppers to take part in Republic Day parade for first time: IAF

India TV News  

The Indian Air Force on Monday announced that the newly procured American-origin Chinook heavylift choppers and Apache attack choppers will take part in the Republic Day parade at the Rajpath, Delhi, for the first time. IAF Tableau will showcase scaled down models of 5 systems namely recent addition to inventory Rafale aircraft, indigenously developed Light Combat Aircraft and Light Combat …

India to deploy US weapons systems like M777 ultra-light howitzers, Chinook heavy-lift helicopters for war games along China border
5 years, 6 months ago

India to deploy US weapons systems like M777 ultra-light howitzers, Chinook heavy-lift helicopters for war games along China border

Firstpost  

Indian Armed Forces are planning to deploy their latest American weapons systems including M777 ultra-light howitzers and Chinook heavy-lift helicopters in the war games to be carried out in Arunachal Pradesh New Delhi: Indian Armed Forces are planning to deploy their latest American weapons systems including M777 ultra-light howitzers and Chinook heavy-lift helicopters in the war games to be carried …

Apache has edge over Mi-35 in e-warfare, missile payload
5 years, 6 months ago

Apache has edge over Mi-35 in e-warfare, missile payload

India TV News  

The Apache combat helicopter's capability at electronic warfare, along with its modern firepower, is what is expected to provide an edge to Indian armed forces in a battlefield. As per defence experts, the Apache also scores over the Russian Mi-35 chopper, which it is set to replace, in its night vision capability and missile power. Eight units of the multi-role …

Fuselage of six Apache helicopters to be procured for Indian Army will be manufactured in India, says Boeing official
5 years, 6 months ago

Fuselage of six Apache helicopters to be procured for Indian Army will be manufactured in India, says Boeing official

Firstpost  

Fuselages of six Apache helicopters that the government has planned to procure from US aviation major Boeing will be manufactured at a Hyderabad facility, a senior Boeing India official said. Pathankot: Fuselages of six Apache helicopters that the government has planned to procure for the Army from US aviation major Boeing will be manufactured at a Hyderabad facility, a senior …

Eight Apache Boeing AH-64E helicopters inducted into IAF: Choppers were part of 2018 deal signed with United States
5 years, 6 months ago

Eight Apache Boeing AH-64E helicopters inducted into IAF: Choppers were part of 2018 deal signed with United States

Firstpost  

In a major boost to the Indian Air Force, eight Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian Attack Helicopters were inducted into the force on Tuesday. In a major boost to the Indian Air Force, eight Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian Attack helicopters were inducted into the force on Tuesday. The helicopters were inducted into the 125 Helicopter Unit ‘Gladiators’ of the Indian Air …

IAF inducts 8 attack Boeing-64E Apache helicopters
5 years, 6 months ago

IAF inducts 8 attack Boeing-64E Apache helicopters

Op India  

In a big boost to India’s combat capabilities, eight US-made Boeing Apache AH-64E attack helicopters joined the Indian Air Force fleet today in Pathankot. According to the reports, the Indian Air Force inducted eight lethal attack helicopters in the presence of Air Force chief BS Dhanoa at the Pathankot Air Force station. It is capable of performing many missions, today …

Watch: IAF’s new Apache helicopter’s maiden flight
5 years, 6 months ago

Watch: IAF’s new Apache helicopter’s maiden flight

Live Mint  

As AH-64E Apache attack helicopter was inducted into the Indian Force today, the IAF gave a glimpse of the first flight of the world's most advanced multi-role combat helicopters flown by the US Army. "NewInduction: Glimpses of AH-64E Apache attack helicopter's maiden flight at AFS Hindan. The helicopter is planned to be inducted into the IAF on 03 Sep 19 …

IAF to induct 8 Apache attack helicopters today at Pathankot
5 years, 6 months ago

IAF to induct 8 Apache attack helicopters today at Pathankot

Live Mint  

New Delhi: The Indian Air Force will add the much-needed lethal punch to its attack capabilities with the induction of eight US-made Apache AH-64E helicopters on Tuesday. The Apache helicopters will be the second US-built helicopters to join the Indian air force fleet. IAF inducted Boeing CH-47F Chinook heavy-lift helicopters on 25 March. The Apaches are likely to be stationed …

Eight Apache AH-64E attack helicopters to be inducted into IAF at Pathankot today to enhance combat capabilities
5 years, 6 months ago

Eight Apache AH-64E attack helicopters to be inducted into IAF at Pathankot today to enhance combat capabilities

Firstpost  

In a major boost to the Indian Air Force’s combat capabilities, eight US-made Apache AH-64E attack helicopters are set to be inducted into the IAF on 3 September Pathankot: In a major boost to the Indian Air Force’s combat capabilities, eight US-made Apache AH-64E attack helicopters are set to be inducted into the IAF on 3 September, officials said on …

Watch: IAF’s Apache helicopter being unpacked at Hindan Air Force Station
5 years, 6 months ago

Watch: IAF’s Apache helicopter being unpacked at Hindan Air Force Station

Live Mint  

Indian Air Force will finally get its latest induction; the AH-64E Apache helicopters. Boeing, the US-based manufacturer of Apache helicopters, had delivered the first batch of four choppers on 27 July at the Hindan Air Base in Ghaziabad. The AH-64E Apache for the Indian Air Force completed successful first flights in July 2018. The first batch of Indian Air Force …

Eight Apache attack helicopters to be inducted into IAF at Pathankot on Tuesday
5 years, 6 months ago

Eight Apache attack helicopters to be inducted into IAF at Pathankot on Tuesday

Live Mint  

In a major boost to the Indian Air Force's combat capabilities, eight US-made Apache AH-64E attack helicopters are set to be inducted into the IAF on September 3, officials said on Monday. "Eight of the Apache attack helicopters are set to be inducted into the IAF, that will enhance the force's combat capabilities," a senior IAF official said. The delivery …

Eight Apache choppers to be inducted into IAF on Tuesday
5 years, 6 months ago

Eight Apache choppers to be inducted into IAF on Tuesday

India TV News  

Eight Apache helicopters will be inducted into the Indian Air Force at the Pathankot Air Base in Punjab on Tuesday. "Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa will induct the choppers in a ceremony at the Pathankot air base. Boeing, the US-based manufacturer of Apache helicopters, had delivered the first batch of four choppers on July 27 at the Hindon Air …

Apache attack helicopters to be inducted into IAF at Pathankot on 3 September
5 years, 6 months ago

Apache attack helicopters to be inducted into IAF at Pathankot on 3 September

Live Mint  

The US-made Apache AH-64E attack helicopters will be inducted into the Indian Air Force at Pathankot in Punjab on September 3, an official said on Friday. The IAF is organising an induction ceremony of Apache AH-64E helicopters at the Pathankot air force station on September 3, Defence Spokesman Lt Col Devender Anand said. The delivery of the first batch of …

Apache attack helicopters to be inducted into IAF at Pathankot on September 3
5 years, 6 months ago

Apache attack helicopters to be inducted into IAF at Pathankot on September 3

India TV News  

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will induct US-made Apache AH-64E attack helicopters into the Indian Air Force at Pathankot in Punjab on September 3, an official said on Friday. The IAF is organising an induction ceremony of Apache AH-64E helicopters at the Pathankot air force station on September 3, Defence Spokesman Lt Col Devender Anand said. The delivery of the first …

IAF receives first four of 22 Apache attack helicopters from US, four more to be delivered next week
5 years, 8 months ago

IAF receives first four of 22 Apache attack helicopters from US, four more to be delivered next week

Firstpost  

US aerospace major Boeing on Saturday handed over the first four of the 22 Apache attack helicopters to the Indian Air Force, four years after a multi-billion deal was signed. New Delhi: US aerospace major Boeing on Saturday handed over the first four of the 22 Apache attack helicopters to the Indian Air Force while another batch of four choppers …

Indian Airforce receives four Apache helicopters
5 years, 8 months ago

Indian Airforce receives four Apache helicopters

Live Mint  

New Delhi: US Aerospace company Boeing on Saturday said the first four of 22 AH-64E Apaches helicopters ordered by India had been received by the Indian Air Force at the Hindon Station near New Delhi. An additional four Apaches will arrive in the coming week, and the eight will then move to the Patankhot Air Force Station in Jammu and …

IAF gets first batch of 4 Apache attack helicopters from US
5 years, 8 months ago

IAF gets first batch of 4 Apache attack helicopters from US

India TV News  

US aerospace major Boeing on Saturday handed over the first four of the 22 Apache attack helicopters to the Indian Air Force while another batch of four choppers will be delivered next week. The delivery of the first batch of the AH-64E Apache helicopters to the IAF at the Hindan airbase came nearly four years after a multi-billion dollar deal …

Two new heavy-lift Chinook helicopters for IAF arrive in Gujarat
5 years, 8 months ago

Two new heavy-lift Chinook helicopters for IAF arrive in Gujarat

India TV News  

American aerospace major Boeing on Monday announced the arrival of two new heavy-lift Chinook helicopters for the Indian Air Force at the Mundra port in Gujarat. The Indian Air Force has ordered 15 Chinooks and the first four helicopters arrived in February. "Two new CH-47F Chinooks for the @IAF_MCC squadron arrive at the Indian shores. The advanced multi-mission helicopter will …

First Apache attack copter handed over to IAF in US
5 years, 10 months ago

First Apache attack copter handed over to IAF in US

India Today  

The Indian Air Force has received its first Apache Guardian attack helicopter. The Apache Guardian attack helicopter was formally handed over to India on May 10 at the chopper production facility in Arizona, US. Air Marshal AS Butola, who represented the Indian Air Force, accepted the first Apache in a ceremony at Boeing production facility where US government representatives were …

IAF inducts first Chinook helicopters, BS Dhanoa says big boost for national security
6 years ago

IAF inducts first Chinook helicopters, BS Dhanoa says big boost for national security

India Today  

The Indian Air Force on Monday formally inducted the first unit of four heavy-lift Chinook helicopters in Chandigarh. In his address, BS Dhanoa said, "India faces multiple security challenges and that a vertical lift capability across a diversified terrain is required." CH-47F Chinook is said to provide Indian Air Force with unmatched strategic airlift capability, with an advanced multi-mission characteristic. …

Indian Air Force inducts Chinook: 5 things to know about this game-changing helicopter
6 years ago

Indian Air Force inducts Chinook: 5 things to know about this game-changing helicopter

India Today  

The Indian Air Force on Monday formally inducted the first unit of four heavy-lift Chinook helicopters in Chandigarh. The Boeing-made Chinook helicopters, which were called national assets by Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa, are expected to bolster the heavy-lift capabilities of the air force and strengthen India's defence ties with the United States. In July 2018, the first CH-47F Chinook …

Chinooks helicopters fly to the border today
6 years ago

Chinooks helicopters fly to the border today

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Amidst increased military tension between India and Pakistan, the Indian Air Force on Monday will induct the heavy-lift Chinook helicopters which can transport artillery guns in high altitudes and troops for action. Chinook CH-47F is an advanced multi-mission helicopter that will provide Indian Air Force with unmatched strategic airlift capability across the full spectrum of combat and humanitarian …

Boeing to begin delivery of Apache helicopters to IAF by July
6 years, 1 month ago

Boeing to begin delivery of Apache helicopters to IAF by July

Live Mint  

Bengaluru: Aerospace major Boeing Co will deliver the first of 22 AH-64E Apache twin-turboshaft attack helicopters to the Indian Air Force, a senior Boeing official said on Thursday. The 22 Boeing AH-64E Apache helicopters procured by India are likely to be delivered in batches, Koopersmith added. Boeing's former India managing director Pratyush Kumar had in July 2018 said that India …

Boeing delivers four Chinook helicopters; choppers to be inducted into Indian Air Force later this year
6 years, 1 month ago

Boeing delivers four Chinook helicopters; choppers to be inducted into Indian Air Force later this year

Firstpost  

American aerospace major Boeing announced the arrival of first batch of four Chinook military helicopters for the Indian Air Force at the Mundra port in Gujarat New Delhi: American aerospace major Boeing Sunday announced the arrival of first batch of four Chinook military helicopters for the Indian Air Force at the Mundra port in Gujarat. A statement from the company …

India gets first batch of four Boeing heavy-lift Chinook helicopters
6 years, 1 month ago

India gets first batch of four Boeing heavy-lift Chinook helicopters

Live Mint  

India on Sunday received the first four of 15 Boeing Co.’s Chinook helicopters that are expected to bolster the heavy-lift capabilities of its air force and further strengthen the fast-expanding defence ties with the US. The acquisition, which was in the works for several years, is also expected to give a significant boost to infrastructure development along India’s borders given …

Boeing delivers first four Chinhook helicopters for IAF
6 years, 1 month ago

Boeing delivers first four Chinhook helicopters for IAF

India TV News  

American aerospace major Boeing on Sunday announced the arrival of first batch of four Chinook military helicopters for the Indian Air Force at the Mundra port in Gujarat. "The CH-47F Chinook is an advanced multi-mission helicopter that will provide the Indian armed forces with unmatched strategic airlift capability across the full spectrum of combat and humanitarian missions. The Indian Air …

India receives first batch of 4 Chinook heavy-lift helicopters from USA
6 years, 1 month ago

India receives first batch of 4 Chinook heavy-lift helicopters from USA

Op India  

India has received the first batch of Chinook transport helicopter from USA. Four heavy-lift Chinook helicopters meant for Indian Air Force arrived at the Mundra port in Gujarat, as per reports. The first batch of four Chinook helicopters for the Indian Air Force arrived at the Mundra airport in Gujarat. The helicopters are part of a $3.1 billion deal for …

4 Chinook helicopters arrive in India from US, to be deployed in Chandigarh
6 years, 1 month ago

4 Chinook helicopters arrive in India from US, to be deployed in Chandigarh

India Today  

The Chinook helicopters of the Indian Air Force have arrived in the country and the first batch of four of these tandem-rotor planes were offloaded at the Mundra port of Gujarat today. "The CH-47F Chinooks will be ferried to Chandigarh, where they will be formally inducted in the Indian Air Force later this year," Boeing said in a release. The …

India seeks 24 multi-role MH-60 'Romeo' Seahawk helicopters from US
6 years, 4 months ago

India seeks 24 multi-role MH-60 'Romeo' Seahawk helicopters from US

India TV News  

In a bid to make Indian Navy stronger, India has sought from the US 24 multi-role MH-60 'Romeo' anti-submarine helicopters at an estimated cost of USD 2 billion, defence industry sources here said on Friday. India has sent a letter of request to the US for an "urgent requirement" of 24 multi-role helicopters – MH 60 Romeo Seahawk, sources said. …

Boeing-made AH-64E Apache attack helicopters to join IAF fleet in '19
6 years, 8 months ago

Boeing-made AH-64E Apache attack helicopters to join IAF fleet in '19

India Today  

It's the most iconic attack helicopter in the world, and the first of its kind, the Indian Air Force lifted off on its inaugural flight last week. The first images of the IAF's AH-64E Apache painted in the IAF's signature grey bearing its tri-coloured roundels emerged on Friday from the Boeing production facility in Mesa, Arizona where they're manufactured. While, …

India's first Apache, Chinook choppers complete inaugural flights: Boeing
6 years, 8 months ago

India's first Apache, Chinook choppers complete inaugural flights: Boeing

India TV News  

Aerospace major Boeing on Friday said that it has carried out the first flights of India's Apache and Chinook helicopters destined for delivery in 2019. "First flight of India's Apache and Chinook helicopters are important milestones towards strengthening Indian armed forces capabilities," Boeing India President Pratyush Kumar was quoted as saying in a statement. Indian industry partners such as Dynamatics …

India to purchase Rs 62 billion-worth 6 Apache AH-64E choppers from US
6 years, 9 months ago

India to purchase Rs 62 billion-worth 6 Apache AH-64E choppers from US

India TV News  

The deck has been cleared for India to purchase six Apache AH-64E choppers from the United States. The United States government on Tuesday approved a deal to sell the Indian military six Apache attack helicopters for USD 930 million or roughly Rs 62 billion. "This support for the AH-64E will provide an increase in India's defensive capability to counter ground-armoured …

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