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 purchase of 15 CH-47F Chinook heavy-lift helicopters and 22 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters from American aviation giant Boeing. Pilots and engineers of Indian Air Force have also undergone training to operate the Chinook helicopter in Delaware, USA.

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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 …

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 …

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, …

US army grounds entire Chinook helicopter fleet amid engine fire concerns
2 years, 6 months ago

US army grounds entire Chinook helicopter fleet amid engine fire concerns

India TV News  

Highlights Officials said they were inspecting over 70 helicopters that contain a part linked to the problem The grounding of the Chinook helicopters could pose logistical challenges for American soldiers The grounding was targeted at certain Boeing Co. and took effect within about the last 24 hours The US Army on Tuesday said it has grounded its entire fleet of …

Chinook sets record with longest sortie
2 years, 11 months ago

Chinook sets record with longest sortie

Hindustan Times  

A CH-47F Chinook helicopter of the Indian Air Force on Monday set a record by flying the longest, non-stop chopper sortie in India, with the operation training task requiring it to fly from Chandigarh to Jorhat, officials familiar with the development said. Chinook sets record with longest sortie The Boeing-made, multi-mission helicopter, used extensively in Ladakh amid the ongoing border …

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 …

Chinook helicopter takes off from Kedarnath with debris of IAF’s MI-17 helicopter
4 years, 5 months ago

Chinook helicopter takes off from Kedarnath with debris of IAF’s MI-17 helicopter

Live Mint  

A Chinook helicopter on Saturday took off the debris of Indian Air Force's MI-17 helicopter that caught fire following a collision with an iron girder while landing at the helipad near Kedarnath temple in 2018. Chinook helicopter landed at the MI-17 helipad in Kedarnath on Saturday to carry back the debris of Indian Air Force's MI-17 helicopter. In 2018, the …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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. …

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 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 …

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 …

Boeing-made AH-64E Apache attack helicopters to join IAF fleet in '19
6 years, 7 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 …

Boeing to deliver made-in-India Apache helicopters next year
7 years, 6 months ago

Boeing to deliver made-in-India Apache helicopters next year

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Boeing Co. will start manufacturing and handing over made in India Apache AH-64E multi-role attack helicopter fuselages from next year, the company said on Monday. India bought 22 Apaches and 15 Chinook heavy-lift helicopters worth $3 billion for the Indian Air Force under a government-to-government deal with the US in 2015. Boeing has won contracts worth about $14 …

Know all about Apache and Chinook choppers that India is buying from US
9 years, 6 months ago

Know all about Apache and Chinook choppers that India is buying from US

India TV News  

New Delhi: Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the US, the Cabinet Committee on Security yesterday cleared a multi-billion dollar deal for 22 Apache attack helicopters and 15 Chinook heavy-lift choppers with American aviation giant Boeing. American companies have over the last decade bagged defence contracts from India worth around USD 10 billion, including for aircraft like P-8I …

Govt clears multi-billion dollar deal for military helicopters
9 years, 6 months ago

Govt clears multi-billion dollar deal for military helicopters

India TV News  

New Delhi: Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the US, the Cabinet Committee on Security today cleared a multi-billion dollar deal for 22 Apache attack helicopters and 15 Chinook heavy-lift choppers with American aviation giant Boeing. Many in the defence sector had expected the deal, valued to be over USD 2.5 billion and pending since 2013 following finalisation …

Government clears multi-billion dollar deal for military helicopters with US
9 years, 6 months ago

Government clears multi-billion dollar deal for military helicopters with US

India TV News  

New Delhi: Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the US, the Cabinet Committee on Security today cleared a multi-billion dollar deal for 22 Apache attack helicopters and 15 Chinook heavy-lift choppers with American aviation giant Boeing. The deal for Apache is "a hybrid one", with one contract to be signed with Boeing for the helicopter and the other …

Boeing hints at price escalation in copter deal
10 years, 1 month ago

Boeing hints at price escalation in copter deal

The Hindu  

Aerospace major Boeing, which is participating in a big way in the ‘Aero India 2015’ starting on February 18 and which has pledged support for the ‘Make in India’ initiative of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in defence, on Friday indicated a price increase in the $2.5-billion deal for attack and heavy-lift helicopters. It is not always possible to keep extending, …

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 …

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