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Iraq Requests $1 Billion For Pilot And Maintenance Training, Trainer And Base Support

Wednesday, April 12th, 2017

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The State Department approved a possible $1.1 billion Foreign Military Sales request to Iraq for pilot and maintenance training, contractor logistical support for trainer aircraft, and base support.The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) notified Congress of the potential sale on Wednesday.The request includes the possible sale of pilot training; maintenance training; and contractor logistical services support for C-172, C-208, and T-6 aircraft for up to five years. The logistical services support includes contractor aircraft modification; repair and spare parts; publications;…

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