Argentine Air Force continues to improve its modernization with BT-67 aircraft
After signing the F-16 deal with Denmark, Argentina bought the Basler BT-67 utility aircraft from the US, the State Department announced on Thursday
Argentina purchased the US-made Basler BT-67 utility aircraft for a total of 143 million dollars through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) agreement.
The Argentine Air Force is advancing to modernize its air force by acquiring the Basler BT-67 turboprop utility aircraft. The supply occurred within the framework of the FMS agreement approved by the US State Department.
In addition to acquiring a single aircraft, the Argentine Government procured supplementary equipment worth $143 million, including spare engines, logistical resources, and training assistance.
These aircraft are expected to improve Argentina's ability to address present and future risks by offering extra capabilities for airborne and airlift operations to support Antarctica during the winter season.
F-16s bought by Argentina from Denmark
The Argentine government announced on Tuesday that it had entered into a contract to acquire 24 F-16 jets from Denmark for an estimated cost of $300 million, intended for its air force. President Javier Milei and Defense Minister Luis Petri announced the deal in a video posted on X.
Source: Newsroom
