India to discuss sale of Avenger, Predator XP during Carter’s visit

An executive from General Atomics says India is in talks to buy 40 Predator XP UAVs for its navy and is seeking permission to buy 100 Avenger UCAVs.

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Photo: General Atomics

Indian military officials say New Delhi will discuss the purchase when U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter arrive in India for a visit on Apr. 10.