Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:21pm on 19 May 2026,Tuesday Defence
The United States has approved a "$198.2 million" support package for India’s AH-64E Apache attack helicopters. The deal includes spare parts, technical help, training, and logistics support. The helicopters are used by the Indian Air Force and the Army Aviation Corps. The US said the package will help India "meet current and future threats" and improve homeland defence. Boeing and Lockheed Martin will be the main contractors. The US also approved a "$230 million" support package for India’s M777 howitzers.
