36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification, 60471-60473 [2011-25016]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 189 / Thursday, September 29, 2011 / Notices Qatar is host to the US AFCENT forces Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of and serves as a critical forwardOffer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the deployed location in the region. The proposed sale of the MH–60R Arms Export Control Act, as amended SEAHAWK helicopters will improve (i) Prospective Purchaser: Qatar. Qatar’s capability to meet current and (ii) Total Estimated Value: future anti-surface warfare threats. Qatar Major Defense Equipment * $300 million will use the enhanced capability to Other .................................... 400 million strengthen its homeland defense. The MH–60R helicopters will supplement Total .................................. 750 million and eventually replace the Qatar Air * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Force’s aging maritime patrol Export Control Act. helicopters. Qatar will have no (iii) Description and Quantity or difficulty absorbing these helicopters Quantities of Articles or Services under into its armed forces. Consideration for Purchase: 6 MH–60R The proposed sale of this equipment SEAHAWK Multi-Mission Helicopters, and support will not alter the basic 13 T–700 GE 401C Engines (12 installed military balance in the region. and 1 spare), communication The prime contractors will be equipment, support equipment, spare Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation in and repair parts, tools and test Stratford, Connecticut, Lockheed Martin equipment, technical data and in Owego, New York, and General publications, personnel training and Electric in Lynn, Massachusetts. There training equipment, U.S. government are no known offset agreements and contractor engineering, technical, proposed in connection with this and logistics support services, and other potential sale. related elements of logistics support. Implementation of this proposed sale (iv) Military Department: Navy (SAF). will require the assignment of ten (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: None. contractor representatives to Qatar on an (vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, intermittent basis over the life of the Offered, or Agreed to be Paid: None. case to support delivery of the MH–60R (vii) Sensitivity of Technology helicopters and provide support and Contained in the Defense Article or equipment familiarization. Defense Services Proposed to be Sold: There will be no adverse impact on See Annex attached. U.S. defense readiness as a result of this (viii) Date Report Delivered to proposed sale. Congress: 21 Sep 2011. Transmittal No. 11–26 Policy Justification Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Qatar—MH–60R Multi-Mission Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Helicopters Arms Export Control Act The Government of Qatar has Annex requested a possible sale of 6 MH–60R Item No. vii SEAHAWK Multi-Mission Helicopters, (vii) Sensitivity of Technology: 13 T–700 GE 401C Engines (12 installed 1. The MH–60R SEAHAWK Multiand 1 spare), communication Mission Helicopter contains new equipment, support equipment, spare generation technology. It is equipped for and repair parts, tools and test a range of missions including Antiequipment, technical data and Surface Warfare (ASuW), Search and publications, personnel training and Rescue, Naval Gun Fire Support, training equipment, U.S. government Surveillance, Communications Relay, and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services, and other Logistics Support, Personnel Transfer, and Vertical Replenishment. The fully related elements of logistics support. integrated glass cockpit is equipped The estimated cost is $750 million. with four 8 inch by 10 inch full color This proposed sale will contribute to multi-function mission and flight the foreign policy and national security displays that are night vision goggle of the United States by helping to compatible and sun light readable. The improve the security of a friendly pilots and aircrew have common country that has been, and continues to programmable keysets, mass memory be, an important force for political and unit, mission and flight management economic progress in the Middle East. tkelley on DSKG8SOYB1PROD with NOTICES Transmittal No. 11–26 VerDate Mar<15>2010 18:42 Sep 28, 2011 Jkt 223001 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 60471 computers, and MH–60R dedicated operational software. The navigation suite includes the LN–100G inertial navigation system with embedded global positioning system (GPS). The helicopter is equipped with mission systems including the APS–153 MultiMode Radar, the AN/ALQ–210 Electronic Support Measures System (ESM), and the AN/AAS–44 MultiSpectral Targeting Forward Looking Infrared (MTS FLIR) system. Self Protection systems include the AN/ AAR–47 Missile Warning Set, AN/ALQ– 144A IR Counter Measure System (IRCM), and the AN/ALE–47chaff and flare decoy dispenser. 2. If a technologically advanced adversary were to obtain knowledge of the specific hardware and software elements, the information could be used to develop countermeasures which might reduce weapon system effectiveness or be used in the development of a system with similar or advanced capabilities. [FR Doc. 2011–25018 Filed 9–28–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–06–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Transmittal Nos. 11–17] 36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification Department of Defense, Defense Security Cooperation Agency. AGENCY: ACTION: Notice. The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text of a section 36(b)(1) arms sales notification. This is published to fulfill the requirements of section 155 of Public Law 104–164 dated July 21, 1996. SUMMARY: Ms. B. English, DSCA/DBO/CFM, (703) 601– 3740. The following is a copy of a letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Transmittal 11–17 with attached transmittal, policy justification, and Sensitivity of Technology. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dated: September 23, 2011. Aaron Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. BILLING CODE 5001–06–P E:\FR\FM\29SEN1.SGM 29SEN1 60472 Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 189 / Thursday, September 29, 2011 / Notices VerDate Mar<15>2010 18:42 Sep 28, 2011 Jkt 223001 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 E:\FR\FM\29SEN1.SGM 29SEN1 EN29SE11.011</GPH> tkelley on DSKG8SOYB1PROD with NOTICES BILLING CODE 5001–06–C Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 189 / Thursday, September 29, 2011 / Notices Transmittal No. 11–17 Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act, as Amended (i) Prospective Purchaser: United Arab Emirates. (ii) Total Estimated Value: Major Defense Equipment * Other ................................... $27 million. 374 million. Total ................................. 401 million. * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act. (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or Services under Consideration for Purchase: 107 Link 16 Multifunctional Information Distribution System/Low Volume Terminals (MIDS/LVT) to be installed on the United Arab Emirates’ F–16 aircraft and ground command and control sites, engineering/integration services, aircraft modification and installation, spare and repair parts, support and test equipment, repair and return support, training equipment and personnel training, U.S. Government and contractor logistics, engineering and technical support, interface with ground command and control centers and ground repeater sites, and other related elements of program support. (iv) Military Department: Air Force (QAE). (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: FMS Case SAA–$113.8M–24Aug00. (vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Offered, or Agreed to be Paid: None. (vii) Sensitivity of Technology Contained in the Defense Article or Defense Services Proposed to be Sold: See Attached Annex. (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: 21 Sep 2011. tkelley on DSKG8SOYB1PROD with NOTICES Policy Justification United Arab Emirates—MIDS/LVT LINK 16 Terminals The Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has requested a possible sale of 107 Link 16 Multifunctional Information Distribution System/Low Volume Terminals (MIDS/LVT) to be installed on the United Arab Emirates F–16 aircraft and ground command and control sites, engineering/integration services, aircraft modification and installation, testing, spare and repair parts, support equipment, repair and return support, personnel training, contractor engineering and technical support, interface with ground command and control centers and ground repeater sites, and other related elements of program support. The estimated cost is $401 million. This proposed sale will contribute to the foreign policy and national security VerDate Mar<15>2010 15:29 Sep 28, 2011 Jkt 223001 of the United States by helping to improve the security of a friendly country that has been, and continues to be an important force for political stability and economic progress in the Middle East. The MIDS terminal will increase pilot operational effectiveness by at-a-glance portrayal of targets, threats, and friendly forces on an easy-to-understand relative position display. This proposed system will increase combat effectiveness while reducing the threat of friendly fire. The system will foster interoperability with the U.S. Air Force and other countries. The MIDS/LVT will provide allied forces greater situational awareness in any coalition operation. The United Arab Emirates will have no difficulty absorbing this additional capability into its Air Force. The proposed sale of this weapon system will not alter the basic military balance in the region. There are several manufacturers of the Link 16 MIDS–LVT. A prime contractor will be selected during the negotiating process. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. Implementation of this proposed sale will require the assignment of additional U.S. Government and contractor representatives to the UAE. The number of U.S. Government and contractor representatives will be determined in joint negotiations as the program proceeds through the development, production, and equipment installation phases. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. Transmittal No. 11–17 Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act Annex Item No. vii (vii) Sensitivity of Technology: 1. The Multifunctional Information Distribution System/Low Volume Terminals (MIDS–LVT) Communication Security (COMSEC) device provides improved situational awareness and sensor cueing in support of air superiority and interdiction missions. The Link 16 tactical data link provides networking with other Link 16-capable aircraft, command, and control systems. The MIDS/LVT and MIDS On Ship Terminal hardware, publications, performance specifications, operational capability, parameters, vulnerabilities to countermeasures, and software documentation are classified Confidential. The classified information PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 60473 to be provided consists of that which is necessary for the operation, maintenance, and repair (through intermediate level) of the data link terminal, installed systems, and related software. 2. If a technologically advanced adversary were to obtain knowledge of the specific hardware and software elements, the information could be used to develop countermeasures or equivalent systems which might reduce weapon system effectiveness or be used in the development of a system with similar or advanced capabilities. [FR Doc. 2011–25016 Filed 9–28–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–06–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary Membership of the Performance Review Board Office of the Secretary (OSD), Department of Defense (DoD). ACTION: Notice of board membership. AGENCY: This notice announces the appointment of the Department of Defense, Fourth Estate, Performance Review Board (PRB) members, to include the Joint Staff, Defense Field Activities, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces and the following Defense Agencies: Defense Advance Research Projects Agency, Defense Contract Management Agency, Defense Commissary Agency, Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Defense Legal Services Agency, Defense Logistics Agency, Defense Threat Reduction Agency, Missile Defense Agency, and Pentagon Force Protection Agency. The publication of PRB membership is required by 5 U.S.C. 4314(c)(4). The PRB shall provide fair and impartial review of Senior Executive Service and Senior Professional performance appraisals and make recommendations regarding performance ratings and performance awards to the Deputy Secretary of Defense. SUMMARY: DATES: Effective Date: September 16, 2011. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Michael L. Watson, Assistant Director for Executive and Political Personnel, Washington Headquarters Services, Office of the Secretary of Defense, (703) 693–8373. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 4314(c)(4), the following executives are appointed to the Office of the Secretary of Defense E:\FR\FM\29SEN1.SGM 29SEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 189 (Thursday, September 29, 2011)]
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Office of the Secretary

[Transmittal Nos. 11-17]


36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification

AGENCY: Department of Defense, Defense Security Cooperation Agency.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text 
of a section 36(b)(1) arms sales notification. This is published to 
fulfill the requirements of section 155 of Public Law 104-164 dated 
July 21, 1996.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. B. English, DSCA/DBO/CFM, (703) 
601-3740.
    The following is a copy of a letter to the Speaker of the House of 
Representatives, Transmittal 11-17 with attached transmittal, policy 
justification, and Sensitivity of Technology.

    Dated: September 23, 2011.
Aaron Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
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Transmittal No. 11-17

Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 
36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act, as Amended

    (i) Prospective Purchaser: United Arab Emirates.
    (ii) Total Estimated Value:

Major Defense Equipment *...............  $27 million.
Other...................................  374 million.
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  Total.................................  401 million.
 
* As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act.

    (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or 
Services under Consideration for Purchase: 107 Link 16 Multifunctional 
Information Distribution System/Low Volume Terminals (MIDS/LVT) to be 
installed on the United Arab Emirates' F-16 aircraft and ground command 
and control sites, engineering/integration services, aircraft 
modification and installation, spare and repair parts, support and test 
equipment, repair and return support, training equipment and personnel 
training, U.S. Government and contractor logistics, engineering and 
technical support, interface with ground command and control centers 
and ground repeater sites, and other related elements of program 
support.
    (iv) Military Department: Air Force (QAE).
    (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: FMS Case SAA-$113.8M-24Aug00.
    (vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Offered, or Agreed to be 
Paid: None.
    (vii) Sensitivity of Technology Contained in the Defense Article or 
Defense Services Proposed to be Sold: See Attached Annex.
    (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: 21 Sep 2011.

Policy Justification

United Arab Emirates--MIDS/LVT LINK 16 Terminals

    The Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has requested a 
possible sale of 107 Link 16 Multifunctional Information Distribution 
System/Low Volume Terminals (MIDS/LVT) to be installed on the United 
Arab Emirates F-16 aircraft and ground command and control sites, 
engineering/integration services, aircraft modification and 
installation, testing, spare and repair parts, support equipment, 
repair and return support, personnel training, contractor engineering 
and technical support, interface with ground command and control 
centers and ground repeater sites, and other related elements of 
program support. The estimated cost is $401 million.
    This proposed sale will contribute to the foreign policy and 
national security of the United States by helping to improve the 
security of a friendly country that has been, and continues to be an 
important force for political stability and economic progress in the 
Middle East.
    The MIDS terminal will increase pilot operational effectiveness by 
at-a-glance portrayal of targets, threats, and friendly forces on an 
easy-to-understand relative position display. This proposed system will 
increase combat effectiveness while reducing the threat of friendly 
fire. The system will foster interoperability with the U.S. Air Force 
and other countries. The MIDS/LVT will provide allied forces greater 
situational awareness in any coalition operation. The United Arab 
Emirates will have no difficulty absorbing this additional capability 
into its Air Force.
    The proposed sale of this weapon system will not alter the basic 
military balance in the region.
    There are several manufacturers of the Link 16 MIDS-LVT. A prime 
contractor will be selected during the negotiating process. There are 
no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential 
sale.
    Implementation of this proposed sale will require the assignment of 
additional U.S. Government and contractor representatives to the UAE. 
The number of U.S. Government and contractor representatives will be 
determined in joint negotiations as the program proceeds through the 
development, production, and equipment installation phases.
    There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a 
result of this proposed sale.
Transmittal No. 11-17
Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 
36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act
Annex
Item No. vii
    (vii) Sensitivity of Technology:
    1. The Multifunctional Information Distribution System/Low Volume 
Terminals (MIDS-LVT) Communication Security (COMSEC) device provides 
improved situational awareness and sensor cueing in support of air 
superiority and interdiction missions. The Link 16 tactical data link 
provides networking with other Link 16-capable aircraft, command, and 
control systems. The MIDS/LVT and MIDS On Ship Terminal hardware, 
publications, performance specifications, operational capability, 
parameters, vulnerabilities to countermeasures, and software 
documentation are classified Confidential. The classified information 
to be provided consists of that which is necessary for the operation, 
maintenance, and repair (through intermediate level) of the data link 
terminal, installed systems, and related software.
    2. If a technologically advanced adversary were to obtain knowledge 
of the specific hardware and software elements, the information could 
be used to develop countermeasures or equivalent systems which might 
reduce weapon system effectiveness or be used in the development of a 
system with similar or advanced capabilities.

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