India buys 22 Apaches and 15 Chinooks

(To Boeing)
29/09/15

The Indian Ministry of Defense has concluded an order with Boeing for the production, training and support of Apache and Chinook helicopters.

India will receive 22 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters and 15 CH-47F Chinook transport helicopters. Both are the models latest of the aircraft.

"This is a milestone in the expansion of Boeing's commitment to India," said Pratyush Kumar, president of Boeing India. "This acquisition strengthens the capabilities of the Indian Air Force and gives us the opportunity to further improve the 'Make in India'. Large sections of the Chinook fuselage are already produced in India and talks are in progress with our Indian partners to carry out Apache members. "

India is the 14 country to select the Apache and the 19 ° to choose the Chinook.