Why in the News?
The United States approved support service deals for Apache helicopters and M777 howitzers for India, strengthening India-U.S. defence ties.
Key Highlights
Apache Helicopter Support Deal
- Estimated value: $198.2 million
- Includes:
- Engineering and logistics support
- Technical data and publications
- Personnel training
- Maintenance support
M777A2 Ultra-Light Howitzer Support
- Estimated value: $230 million
- Includes:
- Spare parts
- Repairs
- Technical assistance
- Field service support
About AH-64E Apache
- Advanced attack helicopter used for:
- Precision strikes
- Anti-armour operations
- Battlefield support
About M777A2 Ultra-Light Howitzer
- Lightweight artillery gun.
- Can be airlifted for rapid deployment in mountainous regions.
| [2025] With reference to India’s defense, consider the following pairs: Aircraft type Description 1. Dornier-228: Maritime patrol aircraft 2. IL-76: Supersonic combat aircraft 3. C-17: Globe Master IIIMilitary transport aircraft How many of the pairs given above are correctly matched? [A] Only one [B] Only two [C] All the three [D] None |
