U.S. Hands Over Upgraded Chinook Helicopters In Tangier
August 18 2015
The U.S. Army has transferred three refurbished CH-47D Chinook helicopters to the Moroccan army, reports the Morocco World News.
The helicopters were delivered in Tangier on Saturday following a seven-month upgrade.
The US$78.9 million sale included a complete interior and exterior refurbishment; airframe work; engine overhauls; and painting in Moroccan army colors.
The sale was planned since 2010, but delayed by budget difficulties in Morocco.
The upgrading work was...
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