U.S. nod to possible sale of support services for Apache helicopters, M777A2 howitzers
The U.S. has approved potential sales of support services for Apache helicopters and M777A2 howitzers to India. The estimated costs for these sales are $198.2 billion and $230 million, respectively. These transactions aim to strengthen the U.S.-Indian strategic relationship and enhance India's defense capabilities.
- ▪The U.S. approved a possible sale of Apache helicopter support services to India for $198.2 billion.
- ▪A possible sale of sustainment support for M777A2 howitzers was also approved for $230 million.
- ▪The sales will support U.S. foreign policy and national security objectives by strengthening ties with India.
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The U.S. has approved the possible sale of support services and related equipment for Apache helicopters to India for an estimated cost of $198.2 billion, the U.S. Department of State said.The Department of State also approved a possible sale of sustainment support for M777A2 Ultra-Light Howitzers for an estimated cost of $230 million.The principal contractors for the Apache support services deal will be the Boeing Company and Lockheed Martin, the State Department said. For the howitzers support, the principal contractor will be BAE Systems, located in Cumbria, U.K. The Department of State said India has requested to buy AH-64E Apache sustainment support services; U.S.
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