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U.S. Defense and Boeing Delegation to Visit New Delhi Next Week for Talks on Six P-8I Aircraft

The visit underscores continued defense engagement despite a tariff dispute.

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While the final cost of the six aircraft will be hammered out during negotiations, the people said the deal will be in the range of about $4 billion. (Photo:Boeing)

Overview

  • U.S. officials and Boeing representatives are scheduled to hold detailed negotiations in Delhi on September 16–19 on a proposal for six additional P-8I maritime patrol aircraft.
  • The prospective package is expected to total about $4 billion, with the final price and terms to be settled during the talks, according to people familiar with the plans.
  • The visiting team is reported to include officials from the Office of the Undersecretary of Defense for Policy, the Navy International Programs Office, PMA 290, and the Defense Security Cooperation Agency, alongside Boeing.
  • India’s defence ministry has rejected a Reuters report claiming a pause in U.S. arms purchases, calling it false and stating procurement cases are progressing under established procedures.
  • The Indian Navy already operates 12 P-8I aircraft from bases at Arakkonam and Goa for anti-submarine, anti-surface, and ISR missions, and the follow-on buy would extend a proven capability.