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Turkey asks USA for 105 Aim-9X Sidewinder missiles

Washington, USA - Also with 78 "Lau-129" launchers and 22 air training missiles

Turkey has officially announced its intention to ultimate a negotiation with USA for the purchase of 105 Aim-9X Sidewinder missiles, 78 "Lau-129" launchers and 22 air training missiles. The first contractor will be Raytheon Systems Corporation, Tucson, and the whole operation should have a value of USD 71 million. "The proposed sale of the AIM-9X Sidewinder missiles is part of Turkey's modernization...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1073440
Rome, Italy, 05/09/2007 16:16
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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