The Air Force of Peru (FAP) and the Russian Federation today signed a contract for the repair of 19 MIG-29 aircraft, under the so-called "Core of National Defence , a project through which it seeks to recover the operational capacity of the Armed Forces.
The Defense Minister Antero Flores-Araoz, today witnessed the signing of the contract, held at the Air Base No. 6 of Chiclayo, where they remain stationed install these fighter jets.
"good start to recover the operational capacity Armed Forces and this contract is the best example of that, "the minister said after signing the contract.
The defense minister stressed that the agreement signed by the amount of $ 106 million, was concluded after an arduous negotiation.
"We have excellent conditions in this agreement, and therefore have no doubt that our pilots, our technical staff and, in general, Peru, will be proud of this step that puts us back on track to have armed forces under conditions proper operation. "
The PAF has 19 aircraft MIG-29 fighter, which will be enhanced and put into operation under the so-called "Core of Defense", which reached a total investment of $ 654 million in 2011.
Reportedly, much of the repair and maintenance work will take place in the city of Chiclayo, allowing technology transfer and bring great economic impact to the region.
MIG-29 planes were acquired by the Peruvian government during the decade of 1990 to strengthen its airpower and confronting any threat to national security.
Source: Andina Peru - www.andina.com.pe
The Defense Minister Antero Flores-Araoz, today witnessed the signing of the contract, held at the Air Base No. 6 of Chiclayo, where they remain stationed install these fighter jets.
"good start to recover the operational capacity Armed Forces and this contract is the best example of that, "the minister said after signing the contract.
The defense minister stressed that the agreement signed by the amount of $ 106 million, was concluded after an arduous negotiation.
"We have excellent conditions in this agreement, and therefore have no doubt that our pilots, our technical staff and, in general, Peru, will be proud of this step that puts us back on track to have armed forces under conditions proper operation. "
The PAF has 19 aircraft MIG-29 fighter, which will be enhanced and put into operation under the so-called "Core of Defense", which reached a total investment of $ 654 million in 2011.
Reportedly, much of the repair and maintenance work will take place in the city of Chiclayo, allowing technology transfer and bring great economic impact to the region.
MIG-29 planes were acquired by the Peruvian government during the decade of 1990 to strengthen its airpower and confronting any threat to national security.
Source: Andina Peru - www.andina.com.pe
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