Posted on 09/01/22
| News Source: i24
Boeing KC-46A is considered the most advanced refueling plane in the world
A contract for the supply of four advanced refueling aircraft to the Israeli Air Force, which could be used for possible strike against Iran, was signed with Boeing, according to the company's statement issued on Thursday.
Boeing KC-46A is considered the most advanced refueling plane in the world. The agreement worth $972 million was signed by the heads of the US Department of Defense and will be financed by American aid funds.
The aircraft will be supplied to Israel's Air Force starting in 2025-2026 and are intended to replace the Boeing 707 ("Ram") refueling aircraft that were in use for many years.
As part of the contract, Boeing will also provide refueling support services, maintenance and repairs, logistics, and other assistance to adapt the planes to Israel's needs “in a way that will ensure full readiness to carry out its missions for the Israeli Air Force,” according to the statement.
“The Boeing Company is proud to be a long-term partner in building the strength of the State of Israel and strengthening the military capabilities of the IDF (Israel’s army),” said James Burgess, Boeing Vice President and manager of the Boeing KC-46 refueling aircraft program.