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US Approves $4.5B KC-46A Sale to Qatar

2 sources · first reported 1h ago

via Defense News

The US Department of State has approved a possible $4.5 billion Foreign Military Sale to Qatar for up to four KC-46A aircraft and related equipment. This sale is a significant development in the US-Qatar defense relationship. The KC-46A is a advanced aerial refueling tanker

Why it matters

The sale of KC-46As to Qatar enhances the country's aerial refueling capabilities and strengthens US-Qatar defense ties. This acquisition also highlights the importance of the KC-46A program in supporting international partnerships

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