Big buy: Stage set for $2.2bn jet deal with US

[Speeder 2]

What does it post have anything to do with China?

MODS: pls remove it from this forum.

 

[CONNAN]

What does it post have anything to do with China?

MODS: pls remove it from this forum.

MODS THEM SELVES MOVED THIS TOPIC FROM INDIA DEFENCE TO CHINA DEFENCE I DONT KNOW WHY PLEASE MOVE THIS TOPIC BACK TO INDIA DEFENCE THANK YOU

 

[Thomas]

MODS THEM SELVES MOVED THIS TOPIC FROM INDIA DEFENCE TO CHINA DEFENCE I DONT KNOW WHY PLEASE MOVE THIS TOPIC BACK TO INDIA DEFENCE THANK YOU

My guess is a Mod thought it would be funny.

lol, or he was trolling to get just this reaction.

 

[DMLA]

why this is moved to china defence

Good Question!

Anyhow, here is some latest bit from here......

link: Congress reviewing India's request to buy 10 Boeing C-17s - Press-Telegram

Congress reviewing India's request to buy 10 Boeing C-17s

LONG BEACH - Congress is reviewing India's request to buy 10 Boeing C-17s as the aircraft giant pushes foreign orders to ensure production beyond the scheduled 2013 plant closure.

The congressional review, required under U.S. Foreign Military Sales rules, indicates the deal, worth up to $5.8 billion, is nearing completion.

The Indian Air Force expects to receive its initial fleet within three years of signing a deal, and may expand the order beyond the initial 10.

The IAF is looking to modernize its aging fleet of Soviet-era cargo jets and fighters, and was impressed at a 2009 air show by the C-17's payload and unique ability to take off and land on short, unpaved runways.

The Department of Defense says India is also considering purchasing anti-missile shields, armor and logistical support for its C-17s.

It expects the deal will help India better provide regional support during humanitarian and military missions.

"The C-17 will increase the ability of (India) to mobilize troops and equipment within the country and will enable India to provide significantly increased humanitarian assistance and disaster relief support within the region," a DOD white paper said.

Boeing, which has turned to foreign buyers in recent years as domestic demand wanes, says the deal could extend production into 2014, keeping the roughly 5,000 workers connected to the jet in Long Beach employed another year.

Negotiations are also under way with Saudi Arabia and an unnamed Asian nation for additional purchases.
"India is now a step closer to modernizing its airlift capabilities," said Boeing C-17 Spokesman Jerry Drelling. "We believe the C-17 can fulfill India's needs for military and humanitarian strategic lift and help it meet its growing domestic and regional responsibilities."

Although the DOD note to Congress lists the potential value as $5.8 billion, this figure represents the highest possible estimate and includes support services, extra engines and all

The actual cost will derive from Indian Air Force requirements, which have yet to be fully negotiated.

Meanwhile, at the C-17 production plant in Long Beach, negotiations continue on a new labor contract covering some 1,700 line workers.

The current deal ends Sunday, and employees represented by the United Aerospace Workers say they're worried about company plans ending some seniority rights.

The two sides plan to meet through May 2 - and possibly beyond - to avert a costly strike. Boeing's last major work stoppage was in 2000, when some 20,000 walked off the job for 40 days in Washington and Kansas to protest company wage and job protection proposals.

The dispute reportedly cost the company billions due to late aircraft deliveries and lost production time.

 

[Machoman]

NEW DELHI: The U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress on April 22, 2010 of the possible sale of ten Boeing C-17 Globemaster III aircraft to the Indian Air Force. This is an important step forward in the U.S. Foreign Military Sales process and is a necessary prerequisite to negotiations on the deal.

After hearing of the notification, U.S. Ambassador to India Timothy J. Roemer said, “The potential sale of C-17s strengthens the growing partnership between our two countries, and demonstrates our enduring commitment to sharing the world’s best technology with India. This sale will offer economic benefits for both India and the United States and will likely include significant job creation in both countries. India is a leading partner in our efforts to promote regional stability, peace and economic growth.”

The C-17 is the workhorse of the U.S. Air Force transport fleet and has proven highly reliable in the harsh environments of Iraq and Afghanistan. The Indian Air Force will use the C-17s to modernize India’s armed forces with new cargo capabilities. With a payload of 164,900 pounds, the C-17 can take off from a 7,000-foot airfield, fly 2,400 nautical miles, and land on a small, austere airfield in 3,000 feet or less.

In addition to the U.S. Air Force, the C-17 is currently in service with the British Royal Air Force, the Royal Australian Air Force, the Canadian Forces, NATO and Qatar, with C-17s on order for the UAE. .

Although the official notification to Congress lists the potential value as $5.8 billion, this represents the highest possible estimate for the sale, and includes all potential services offered. The actual cost will be based on Indian Air Force requirements and has yet to be negotiated.

In addition to the C-17 airplanes themselves, at the discretion of the Indian Air Force, the purchase may include some or all of the following:

■Training for aircrew and maintenance personnel
■Training equipment
■Spare and repair parts
■Test equipment, ground support equipment
■Technical assistance
■Engineering services for India
■Unique modifications specific to the Indian Air Force
■Logistical and technical support