# IAF has got a potent new system by integrating Israeli long-range missiles on Russian Mi-17 helicopters.

*aerospace · news · 2026-04-29 · The Tribune*

## Key points

- IAF is integrating Israeli Spike NLOS missiles onto Russian Mi-17 V5 helicopters.
- Spike NLOS missiles allow Mi-17 helicopters to hit targets up to 50 km away.
- The retrofit project is being conducted at No.3 Base Repair Depot in Chandigarh.
- Spike NLOS provides Mi-17s with much longer missile range than other helicopter platforms in IAF service.
- This upgrade enhances precision strike capability without needing to procure new platforms.

**Companies:** Rafael
**Countries:** India, Pakistan, Russia, United States

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