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US Approves Sale of 31 MQ-9B Drones to India for $3.99 Billion.

International | Dated: 02 Feb 2026

The United States State Department has approved the potential sale of 31 MQ-9B SkyGuardian aircraft and related equipment to India for an estimated cost of $3.99 billion. The deal includes 15 SeaGuardians for the Navy and 16 SkyGuardians for the Army and Air Force.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The drones are manufactured by General Atomics.
  • These are High Altitude Long Endurance (HALE) UAVs.
  • The deal aims to boost India's surveillance capabilities in the Indian Ocean and border areas.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Product: MQ-9B Drone.
  • Seller: USA.
  • Buyer: India.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

The US recently approved the sale of which HALE drones to India for nearly $4 billion?

Correct Answer: MQ-9B Predator

🚀 Quick Recap:

About General Atomics

  • HQ – California, USA
  • CEO – Neal Blue