Friday, December 7, 2012

Boeing Chinook shortlisted - Heavy-Lift Helicopters for IAF


The Government has shortlisted American aircraft manufacturing firm Boeing, with its Chinook helicopter, for procuring 15 heavy-lift choppers for the Indian Air Force, Defence Minister A. K. Antony told the Rajya Sabha.


Boeing Chinook at work ( Image Courtesy - aviationnews.eu )

“In the proposal initiated by the IAF for procurement of 15 heavy-lift helicopters, Boeing with Chinook helicopters has emerged as the L-1 vendor. The cost of the contract would depend upon the outcome of the contract negotiation with the L-1 vendor, which has yet not been concluded,” Antony said.

News Courtesy - thehindubusinessline.com

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