Cairo – Mubasher: The US Army has awarded Boeing a $426 million contract to produce 12 CH-47F Chinooks for the Egyptian Air Force, according to an official statement.

With this foreign military sale, Egypt will replace its CH-47D aircraft fleet with the modern F model, and benefit from its advanced multi-mission capabilities.

“The F-model aircraft will enhance Egypt’s Chinook capabilities and help effectively accomplish its heavy-lift objectives,” said Ken Eland, Vice President and H-47 Programme Manager.

Vince Logsdon, vice president, Boeing International Business Development, added: “Boeing is committed to supporting the defense modernisation mission of the Egyptian armed forces and ensuring the best capability for Egypt’s national defense and security.”