Oman Interested Eurofighter

BAE Systems has received an inquiry from the government of Oman, on the potential purchase of Eurofighter fighter. Probably about 12 machines.

The British company announced that it has received an inquiry concerning the Eurofighter fighter. It is the only official information on this. Media reports indicate that it was probably about 12 aircraft and auxiliary equipment, including full-service and training. The talks could be finalized by the end of the current contract year, and the first deliveries expected in the next 2-3 years.

On the blog UK Ministry of Defence also appeared information about the estimated value of the contract - £ 3 billion. However, it seems that this sum much too large as to equip just one squadron.

The British - who in colonial times were the protector of the Sultanate, and later became a longtime exporter of weapons to this country - seemed a natural successor provider Jaguars impact of aging. Offering modern Eurofightery, starting the first talks in 2008. Their rivals were the French Rafale, and later the Americans with F-16C / D. Surprisingly, however, that the latter received the order, originally for 18 fighters. In December last year it was limited to 12 copies, leaving the chance to also contract for the British.