Israel has signed a deal with the United States to buy 12 Lockheed Martin Corp CH-53K helicopters and two Boeing Co KC-46 refuelling planes, the Israeli Defence Ministry said, estimating the total price at around $3.1 billion.
The deal, signed on Thursday 30th December 2021, is part of an upgrade of Israel's air force capabilities and includes an option to buy six additional helicopters, a ministry statement said.
It said the first helicopters were due to arrive in Israel in 2026.
Source: www.usnews.com
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