The UAE has the option of purchasing 36 more L-15 jets
UAE to order 12 L-15 light attack planes from China
The purchase of light attack planes from China is part of the UAE's efforts to diversify weapon suppliers.
Wednesday 23/02/2022
The UAE has the option of purchasing 36 more L-15 jets
ABU DHABI - The United Arab Emirates plans to order 12 L-15 light attack planes from China, with the option of purchasing 36 more, the UAE state news agency WAM reported on Wednesday.
The purchase is part of the oil-rich Gulf state's efforts to diversify weapon suppliers, it said, citing a defence ministry statement.
The UAE air force operates mainly American-made F-16 and French-made Mirage fighters. It ordered Rafale jets from France last year.