Army to get six Apache helicopters:
Context:
- The Indian Army on 17th August, 2017 got a step closer to having its own dedicated fleet of attack helicopters, with the Defence Ministry approving the purchase of six AH-64 Apache attack helicopters from the U.S.
Key facts about the purchase:
- The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) cleared total capital acquisitions worth about Rs. 4,700 crore for the purchase.
- The cost of Apaches, including associated equipment, spares, training, weapons and armaments, is about Rs. 4,168 crore.
- In another deal, the Defence Acquisition Council DAC gave approval for procuring two gas turbine engines from Ukraine, to be fitted on the two stealth frigates under construction in Russia.
