Iraq KUH-1 Surion Helicopter Order

signed

Iraq became the first export customer for KAI's KUH-1 Surion utility helicopter, ordering two aircraft in a $93.7 million deal. The contract marks a breakthrough for Korean rotorcraft exports and opens the door for further Surion sales in the Middle East.

Contract Details

Buyer Country
Iraq
Buyer Entity
Iraqi Ministry of Defence
Product
KAI Surion
Contract Value
$94M
Original Value
KRW 136B
Quantity
2 units
Category
helicopter

Timeline

Announced

Oct 1, 2024

Signed

Dec 1, 2024

Delivery Start

TBD

Delivery End

Mar 31, 2029

Source

Korea Herald

Features

Technology Transfer
Local Production

Quick Info

Status
signed
Buyer
Iraq
Value
$94M