Egypt has purchased new Boeing CH-47F Chinooks to modernize its fleet of heavy-lift cargo helicopters.

As of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021, Egypt has indeed purchased CH-47F Chinook helicopters from the United States. In March 2021, the U.S. State Department approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to Egypt for the procurement of ten CH-47F Chinook cargo helicopters and associated equipment, including engines, avionics, and support systems.

The CH-47F Chinook is a twin-engine, heavy-lift helicopter manufactured by Boeing. It is widely used by various countries around the world for transporting troops, cargo, and equipment. The CH-47F is an upgraded version of the CH-47 Chinook series, featuring improved engines, avionics, and other enhancements for increased performance and operational capabilities.

The sale of CH-47F Chinooks to Egypt is part of the ongoing military cooperation between the two countries. The Chinook helicopters will provide Egypt with enhanced airlift capabilities, allowing for the rapid movement of troops, equipment, and humanitarian supplies.

Please note that there may have been further developments or updates on this matter since my last knowledge update. For the most up-to-date information, I recommend referring to official sources or recent news updates regarding Egypt’s acquisition of CH-47F Chinook helicopters.

“The F-model aircraft will enhance Egypt’s Chinook capabilities and help effectively accomplish its heavy-lift objectives,” said Ken Eland, vice president and H-47 program manager. “Boeing’s partnership with the Egyptian Air Force remains strong as we continue to work together to modernize their fleet.”

The CH-47F is an advanced multi-mission helicopter for the U.S. Army and international defense forces. It contains a fully integrated, digital cockpit management system, Common Avionics Architecture System cockpit and advanced cargo-handling capabilities complementing the aircraft’s mission performance and handling characteristics.

“Boeing is committed to supporting the defense modernization mission of the Egyptian armed forces and ensuring the best capability for Egypt’s national defense and security,” added Vince Logsdon, vice president, Boeing International Business Development.

The CH-47F has been engineered to include improvements designed to make the helicopter more reliable and keep it flying longer. The newest version of the helicopter contains new avionics, a redesigned ramp and rear rotor pylon, and incorporates new countermeasures against ground to air missiles.

The fuselage has been redesigned to make it more rugged and corrosion resistant. The new version CH-47 is also designed to make it easier to prepare it for shipment in the fuselage of a C-5 or C-17 cargo plane. Externally the CH-47F looks like a CH-47D, except for a new paint job designed to make the helicopter harder to spot.

Team Chinook is led by the U.S. Army, who with 19 allied international customers, collectively operate a fleet of more than 950 aircraft.