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Boeing Wins Indian P-8I Support Contract

Friday, June 23rd, 2017

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The Indian Navy awarded Boeing [BA] a three-year contract earlier for an undisclosed value in June to continue supporting its fleet of P-8I maritime patrol aircraft, the company said on June 19.The contract covers field and logistics service representatives, engineering, support, and planning services. The company noted the agreement also includes material support like the 737-based component services program that will be executed in conjunction with Boeing Commercial Aviation Services Fleet Services division.The Indian Navy operates eight P-8I maritime reconnaissance and anti-submarine…

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