Question: Which of the following US aircraft company recently delivered 12th P-8I Maritime Patrol Aircraft to the Indian Navy?
a) Boeing
b) Airbus
c) Northrop Grumman
d) None of these
Answer:-
Related Facts:-

  • In February 2022; US-based Boeing delivered the 12th P-8I maritime patrol aircraft to the Indian Navy.
  • This is the last of four additional aircraft delivered by the airplane manufacturer under the options contract signed by the Ministry of Defence GoI, in 2016.
  • Serving as a key part of the Indian Navy's fleet, the P-8I has crossed 35,000 flight hours since its induction in 2013.
  • P-81 is equipped with maritime surveillance and reconnaissance features, besides versatility and operational preparedness.
  • In addition to the maritime reconnaissance and anti-submarine warfare capabilities, the P-8I has been deployed to undertake disaster relief and humanitarian missions.

By - Rajesh Tripathi

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https://www.naval-technology.com/news/boeing-12th-p-8i-indian-navy/