US Apache choppers for IAF
The Indian Air Force on Tuesday inducted eight US-made Apache AH-64Es, considered one of the most advanced multi-role combat helicopters in the world.
The helicopters are part of the $1.4-billion (Rs 8,500-crore) deal struck in September 2015 by India with the US for the supply of 22 Apache choppers. The entire fleet will be in service by March 2020.
The government has also cleared the acquisition of six additional Apaches for the Indian Army, which has been approved by the US.
During the induction ceremony at the Pathankot air base, Air Chief Marshal B.S. Dhanoa said the Apache AH-64Es were one of the most fierce combat helicopters in the world.
