India opts for six C-130Js
Marking a major change in defense acquisition policy, the Indian Air Force has agreed to buy six Lockheed Martin C-130J Hercules through U.S.

Marking a major change in defense acquisition policy, the Indian Air Force has agreed to buy six Lockheed Martin C-130J Hercules through U.S. foreign military sales. The agreement was signed on January 31 and is worth around $1 billion.

India has bought its military aircraft from Russia and Europe for decades. The landmark C-130J deal signifies New Delhi’s newfound willingness to acquire major defense systems from the U.S., and is by far the largest order yet placed by India for American military equipment.