Israel approves $2.4 billion purchase of US CH-53 helicopters
Israel is seeking to replace its fleet of heavy-lift helicopters over the next few years.
Israeli ministers have approved a $2.4 billion purchase of 10 to 15 Lockheed Martin CH-53 helicopters using aid money from the United States.
Members of the Knesset’s committee on military procurement approved the purchase Monday after less than an hour of deliberation, Haaretz reported.
