Deal Pending For 3-Phase F-16 Modernization

October 04 2010

Thailand

The Thai government has requested a three-phase mid-life modernization from the U.S. for 18 of its F-16 fighters, reports the U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency.

The possible deal, worth up to US$700 million, would cover the upgrading of F-16A/B Block 15 aircraft.

The three-phase program would involve the upgrade of six aircraft in each three-year phase. Each phase would overlap by one year.

The planned modernization includes a modular mission computer; APG-68(V)9...

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