U.A.E. to receive 80 F-16s with features more advanced than similar U.S. jets

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Under the terms of a new contract starting in 2004, the United Arab Emirates will take delivery of 80 F-16s with higher specifications than similar US jets.

Military aspects, Defense industry

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U.A.E. to receive 80 F-16s with features more advanced than similar U.S. jets

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Lockheed Martin and the United Arab Emirates signed a contract for the delivery of 80 F-16C/D aircraft, starting in 2004. Congress is expected to approve the sale of the jets, which are more advanced than those flown by American pilots.

United States, United Arab Emirates, International trade, Military assistance, American, American military assistance, F-16 (Aircraft)

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UAE to purchase 80 F-16C/Ds, arms in deal worth $7 billion

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The United Arab Emirates will acquire 80 F-16C/D fighters, weapons and support systems from Lockheed Martin Corp in deal worth about $7 billion. The aircraft is a based on a new Block 60 platform and will contain more advanced features than the F-16s presently flown by the Air Force. The White House also expressed its approval of the deal, saying that it would create 15,000 new jobs in Texas and 30,000 more around the country.

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