After suspending the Switzerland based firm for a year for major defense scandal just months ago, the Defense Ministry now lifts partial ban on Swiss Pilatus. Top IAF officials are believed to be under scanner for this aircraft deal. The new development come days after field-test failed Israeli Spike missiles were inducted into Indian Army.[toc]
Defense Ministry lifts ban on Swiss Pilatus
Defense Ministry lifts Ban on Swiss Pilatus
In July, the Defence Ministry had suspended business dealings with Pilatus of Switzerland for a year, over allegations of corruption in the supply of Basic Trainer Aircraft (BTA) for the Indian Air Force (IAF). However, it has come to light that Indian MoD has partially lifted its one-year prohibition on doing business with Pilatus.
Under the 7 October announcement, the Indian Air Force (IAF) will now access spare parts and maintenance support for its fleet of 75 Pilatus PC-7 Mk...