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Israel Aerospace Industries Nears $906 Million Deal for Indian Air Force Tankers
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) is close to finalizing a deal worth approximately $906 million to convert six Boeing 767 passenger jets into aerial refueling tankers for the Indian Air Force. The company's bid was the sole approved candidate in the tender, which also included Russian and European firms.
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- 01Israel Aerospace Industries is nearing a $906 million deal to convert six aircraft into tankers for India.
- 02IAI's proposal was the only one approved in the Indian Air Force's tender for aerial refueling tankers.
- 03The contract involves converting Boeing 767s, with at least 30% of the work to be performed in India.
- 04This deal would be one of the largest defense contracts ever signed between Israel and India.
- 05India is a major customer for Israeli defense exports, accounting for 29% of sales between 2021-2025.
This conversion project, which will see at least 30% of the work done in India, highlights IAI's expertise in aircraft modification and strengthens its position as a key defense supplier to India.
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