We have responded to the Indian Air Force’s (IAF’s) Request for Information (RFI) for the 114 multi-role fighter aircraft (MRFA). We are in conversations with them on the full spectrum of offerings we bring to the table. The IAF’s Expression of Interest (EOI) and Request for Proposal (RFP) detailing their requirements are not out. While awaiting further definition on the IAF’s requirements, we have requested a license for the F-15EX so that we’re ready to share all potential solutions across our fighter portfolio when appropriate.

MRFA apart, what other future opportunities do you see with the Indian military, across domains?

Boeing has been working with India’s defence forces for many years now, supporting their mission-readiness and modernisation objectives. Our portfolio of products and services offer unmatched operational capabilities across the entire mission spectrum.

In addition to our response to IAF’s RFI for the 114 MRFA, Boeing’s F/A-18 Block III Super Hornet will offer unique and differentiated advantages to the Indian Navy. The F/A-18 Block III Super Hornet will offer unrivalled growth potential to the Indian Navy through single and two-seat carrier compatible variants and the ability to interface with the P-8I as a force multiplier. It will also augment the collaboration between the US Navy and Indian Navy in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).

Earlier this year, the ministry of defence (MoD) signed the contract for the acquisition of an additional six Apaches for the Indian Army. We’re also having discussions with the IAF on their tanker requirements.

We are seeing the growth of our services business and the value Boeing is able to provide through the lifecycle of its products. We are working with the IAF and the Indian Navy to provide exceptional operational capability and readiness for the P-8Is, the C-17s and the Head of State aircraft through sustenance contracts and the Chinooks and Apaches through warranty.