Recently govt. cleared a multi-billion dollar deal for 22 APACHE attack helicopters and 15 CHINOOK heavy-lift helicopters, with American aviation giant BOEING.
Valued to be over $ 2.5 billion and pending since 2013, the deal was cleared by CCS (Cabinet Committee on Security), ahead of the PM'S visit to U.S.A. The contract also has a clause to place a follow on order for 11 more Apaches and 7 more Chinooks.
Apache helicopter is one of the most advanced multi role combat helicopter in current date, featuring all weather and night fighting features, advanced sensors, BVRM (Beyond Visual Range Missiles ) beside stealth characteristics.
Chinooks, the iconic twin rotor are one of the most modern heavy lift helicopters in the world. This massive machine is capable of carrying 9.6 tonnes of cargo, including heavy machinery, artillery guns and light armoured vehicles to high altitudes.
Experts believe that Apache will be a "game-changer" in the tactical battle scenario, whereas Chinook will initially be a great boon for the projects of BRO (BORDER ROADS ORGANISATION).
""JAI HIND""
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