The US Defense Security Co-operation Agency (DSCA) has approved a $650 million sale of C-130J Super Hercules military transport aircraft to France.
The sale includes associated equipment, parts and logistical support, DSCA said in a statement Tuesday.
The DSCA noted the proposed sale will strengthen the French Air Force’s capabilities and will increase its interoperability with the US Air Force.
The aircraft will also provide, the release added, crucial air refueling capability to France's fighter aircraft, light transport aircraft as well as to helicopters.