36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification, 30896-30898 [2013-12337]

Download as PDF 30896 Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 100 / Thursday, May 23, 2013 / Notices proposed MMPA regulations for testing and training activities contain proposed acoustic criteria and thresholds that would, if adopted, represent changes from the criteria and thresholds currently employed by NMFS in incidental take authorizations and associated biological opinions for Navy military readiness activities. The revised thresholds are based on evaluations of recent scientific studies (see Finneran et al. (2010), Finneran and Schlundt (2010), and Tyack et al. (2011)). The proposed new criteria and thresholds based on the Finneran and Tyack studies have recently been made available for public comment, (AFTT: 78 FR 7050, January 31, 2013; and HSTT: 78 FR 6978, January 31, 2013), and the public comments are still being evaluated. Until that process is complete, it is not appropriate to apply the new criteria and thresholds in any take authorization or associated biological opinion. sroberts on DSK5SPTVN1PROD with NOTICES Adaptive Management The Navy’s adaptive management of the GOA TMAA monitoring program involves close coordination with NMFS to align marine mammal monitoring with the overall objectives of the monitoring plan. Monitoring under the 2011 LOA only represents the two years of a planned five-year effort. At this point, it would be premature to draw detailed conclusions or initiate comprehensive monitoring changes because the analysis of monitoring and other data is not complete. In addition, at the annual adaptive management meeting, NMFS and the Navy took into consideration, among other things, the study by Tyack et al. (2011) evaluating the documented responses of marine mammals to sonar to determine if it warranted additional mitigation or monitoring for beaked whales. During their October 2011 meeting, NMFS and the Navy determined that the study by Tyack et al. (2011) did not provide a basis for prescribing any additional mitigation or monitoring for beaked whales. The study itself makes no recommendations regarding potential additional mitigation or monitoring, and NMFS, the Navy, and the Marine Mammal Commission did not think that the new information included in the study lent itself to the incorporation of new mitigation measures. Authorization The Navy complied with the requirements of the 2011 LOA. Based on our review of the record, NMFS has determined that the marine mammal take resulting from the 2011 military readiness training and research VerDate Mar<15>2010 18:14 May 22, 2013 Jkt 229001 activities falls within the levels previously anticipated, analyzed, and authorized. Further, the level of taking authorized from 2013 to 2016 for the Navy’s GOA TMAA activities is consistent with our previous findings made for the total taking allowed under the GOA TMAA regulations. Finally, the record supports NMFS’ conclusion that the total number of marine mammals taken by the 2013 to 2016 activities in the GOA TMAA will have no more than a negligible impact on the affected species or stocks of marine mammals and will not have an unmitigable adverse impact on the availability of these species or stocks for taking for subsistence uses. Accordingly, NMFS has issued an LOA for Navy training and research activities conducted in the GOA TMAA from May 16, 2013, through May 4, 2016. Dated: May 20, 2013. Helen M. Golde, Acting Director, Office of Protected Resources, National Marine Fisheries Service. [FR Doc. 2013–12343 Filed 5–22–13; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510–22–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Docket ID: DoD–2013–OS–0026] Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request ACTION: Notice. The Department of Defense has submitted to OMB for clearance, the following proposal for collection of information under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35). DATES: Consideration will be given to all comments received by June 24, 2013. Title, Associated Form and OMB Number: Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE)/Enterprise Voice of the Customer (EVoC) System; OMB Control Number 0704–0420. Type of Request: Revision to a Currently Approved Collection. Number of Respondents: 51,000. Responses per Respondent: 1. Annual Responses: 51,000. Average Burden per Response: 3 minutes. Annual Burden Hours: 2,550. Needs and Uses: The Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE)/Enterprise Voice of the Customer (EVoC) System automates and minimizes the use of the current manual paper comment cards and other customer satisfaction collection media, which exits at various PO 00000 Frm 00055 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 customer service locations, throughout the DoD. Members of the public have the opportunity to give automated feedback to the service provider on the quality of their experience and their satisfaction level. This is a management tool for improving customer services. Affected Public: Individuals or households; business or other for-profit. Frequency: On occasion. Respondent’s Obligation: Voluntary. OMB Desk Officer: Ms. Jasmeet Seehra. Written comments and recommendations on the proposed information collection should be sent to Ms. Seehra at the Office of Management and Budget, Desk Officer for DoD, Room 10236, New Executive Office Building, Washington, DC 20503. You may also submit comments, identified by docket number and title, by the following method: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. Instructions: All submissions received must include the agency name, docket number and title for this Federal Register document. The general policy for comments and other submissions from members of the public is to make these submissions available for public viewing on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.gov as they are received without change, including any personal identifiers or contact information. DoD Clearance Officer: Ms. Patricia Toppings. Written requests for copies of the information collection proposal should be sent to Ms. Toppings at WHS/ESD Information Management Division, 4800 Mark Center Drive, East Tower, Suite 02G09, Alexandria, VA 22350–3100. Dated: May 20, 2013. Aaron Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. [FR Doc. 2013–12317 Filed 5–22–13; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–06–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Transmittal Nos. 13–08] 36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification Department of Defense, Defense Security Cooperation Agency. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: 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 E:\FR\FM\23MYN1.SGM 23MYN1 Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 100 / Thursday, May 23, 2013 / Notices requirements of section 155 of Public Law 104–164 dated July 21, 1996. Ms. B. English, DSCA/DBO/CFM, (703) 601– 3740. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: The following is a copy of a letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Transmittals 13–08 with attached transmittal, policy justification, and Sensitivity of Technology. 30897 Dated: May 20, 2013. Aaron Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. BILLING CODE 5001–06–P DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION AGENCY 201 12TH STREET SOUTH, STE 203 ARLINGTON. VA 22202-5408 The Honorable John A. Boehner Speaker of the House U-S. House of Representatives Washington, DC 20515 MAY 142013 Dear Mr. Speaker: Pursuant to the reporting requirements of Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act. as amended. we are forwarding herewith Transmittal No. 13-08, concerning the Department of the Air Force's proposed Letter(s) of Offer and Acceptance to Qatar for defense articles and services estimated to cost $110 million. After this letter is delivered to your office, we plan to issue a press statement to notify the public of this proposed sale. Sincerely, ~>t'~ll1 William E. Landay !II Vice Admiral, USN Director Enclosures: VerDate Mar<15>2010 18:14 May 22, 2013 Transmittal Policy Justification Sensitivity of Technology Regional Balance (Classified Document Provided Under Separate Cover) Jkt 229001 PO 00000 Frm 00056 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 E:\FR\FM\23MYN1.SGM 23MYN1 EN23MY13.060</GPH> sroberts on DSK5SPTVN1PROD with NOTICES 1. 2. 3. 4. 30898 Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 100 / Thursday, May 23, 2013 / Notices BILLING CODE 5001–06–C Transmittal No. 13–08 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: Qatar (ii) Total Estimated Value: Major Defense Equipment* .. Other ...................................... $ 45 million $ 65 million TOTAL ............................... $110 million (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or Services under Consideration for Purchase: 2 AN/ AAQ–24(V) Large Aircraft Infrared Countermeasures (LAIRCM) Systems for B747–800 Aircraft, 11 Small Laser Transmitter Assemblies, 3 System Processors/Repeaters, 14 AN/AAR–54 Missile Warning Sensors, User Data Module Cards and Control Interface Units, Multi-role Electro-Optic End-toEnd test set, Card Memory, Smart Cards, and Support Equipment, Consumables, and Flight Test/Certification. Also included are tools and test equipment, support equipment, spare and repair parts, publications and technical documents, personnel training and training equipment, U.S. Government and contractor technical assistance, and other related elements of logistics and program support. (iv) Military Department: Air Force (QAF) (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: None (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: 14 May 2013 * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act. POLICY JUSTIFICATION sroberts on DSK5SPTVN1PROD with NOTICES Qatar—AN/AAQ–24(V) Large Aircraft Infrared Countermeasures (LAIRCM) Systems The Government of Qatar has requested a possible sale of 2 AN/AAQ– 24(V) Large Aircraft Infrared Countermeasures (LAIRCM) Systems for B747–800 Aircraft, 11 Small Laser Transmitter Assemblies, 3 System Processors/Repeaters, 14 AN/AAR–54 Missile Warning Sensors, User Data Module Cards and Control Interface Units, Multi-role Electro-Optic End-toEnd test set, Card Memory, Smart Cards, and Support Equipment, Consumables, and Flight Test/Certification. Also included are tools and test equipment, support equipment, spare and repair parts, publications and technical VerDate Mar<15>2010 18:14 May 22, 2013 Jkt 229001 documents, personnel training and training equipment, U.S. Government and contractor technical assistance, and other related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated cost is $110 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 which has been, and continues to be, an important force for political stability and economic progress in the Middle East. Qatar requests these capabilities to provide for the protection of its head-ofstate aircraft fleet. LAIRCM will provide increased protection from missile threats. The proposed purchase of LAIRCM will enhance the safety of Qatar’s political leadership, promoting stability and global engagement of a friendly country. The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The prime contractor will be Northrop Grumman Corporation of Rolling Meadows, Illinois. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. Implementation of this proposed sale will require U.S. Government or contractor representatives to travel to Qatar for a period of 10 years to provide program and technical support and training. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. Transmittal No. 13–08 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 AN/AAQ–24(V) LAIRCM is a self-contained, directed energy countermeasures system designed to protect aircraft from infrared-guided surface-to-air missiles. The system features digital technology and microminiature solid-state electronics. The system operates in all conditions, detecting incoming missiles and jamming infrared-seeker equipped missiles with aimed bursts of laser energy. 2. LAIRCM system software, including Operational Flight Program and jam codes, is classified Secret. 3. 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 PO 00000 Frm 00057 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 equivalent systems which might reduce system effectiveness or be used in the development of a system with similar or advanced capabilities. [FR Doc. 2013–12337 Filed 5–22–13; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–06–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Defense Acquisition Regulations System [Docket Number DARS–2013–0013] Information Collection Requirement; Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement; Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software Defense Acquisition Regulations System; Department of Defense (DoD). 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[Federal Register Volume 78, Number 100 (Thursday, May 23, 2013)]
[Notices]
[Pages 30896-30898]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2013-12337]


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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Office of the Secretary

[Transmittal Nos. 13-08]


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

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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, Transmittals 13-08 with attached transmittal, policy 
justification, and Sensitivity of Technology.

    Dated: May 20, 2013.
Aaron Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
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Transmittal No. 13-08
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: Qatar
    (ii) Total Estimated Value:

Major Defense Equipment*.................  $ 45 million
Other....................................  $ 65 million
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  TOTAL..................................  $110 million
 

    (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or 
Services under Consideration for Purchase: 2 AN/AAQ-24(V) Large 
Aircraft Infrared Countermeasures (LAIRCM) Systems for B747-800 
Aircraft, 11 Small Laser Transmitter Assemblies, 3 System Processors/
Repeaters, 14 AN/AAR-54 Missile Warning Sensors, User Data Module Cards 
and Control Interface Units, Multi-role Electro-Optic End-to-End test 
set, Card Memory, Smart Cards, and Support Equipment, Consumables, and 
Flight Test/Certification. Also included are tools and test equipment, 
support equipment, spare and repair parts, publications and technical 
documents, personnel training and training equipment, U.S. Government 
and contractor technical assistance, and other related elements of 
logistics and program support.
    (iv) Military Department: Air Force (QAF)
    (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: None
    (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: 14 May 2013

    * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act.

POLICY JUSTIFICATION

Qatar--AN/AAQ-24(V) Large Aircraft Infrared Countermeasures (LAIRCM) 
Systems

    The Government of Qatar has requested a possible sale of 2 AN/AAQ-
24(V) Large Aircraft Infrared Countermeasures (LAIRCM) Systems for 
B747-800 Aircraft, 11 Small Laser Transmitter Assemblies, 3 System 
Processors/Repeaters, 14 AN/AAR-54 Missile Warning Sensors, User Data 
Module Cards and Control Interface Units, Multi-role Electro-Optic End-
to-End test set, Card Memory, Smart Cards, and Support Equipment, 
Consumables, and Flight Test/Certification. Also included are tools and 
test equipment, support equipment, spare and repair parts, publications 
and technical documents, personnel training and training equipment, 
U.S. Government and contractor technical assistance, and other related 
elements of logistics and program support. The estimated cost is $110 
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 which has been, and continues to be, an 
important force for political stability and economic progress in the 
Middle East.
    Qatar requests these capabilities to provide for the protection of 
its head-of-state aircraft fleet. LAIRCM will provide increased 
protection from missile threats. The proposed purchase of LAIRCM will 
enhance the safety of Qatar's political leadership, promoting stability 
and global engagement of a friendly country.
    The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the 
basic military balance in the region.
    The prime contractor will be Northrop Grumman Corporation of 
Rolling Meadows, Illinois. There are no known offset agreements 
proposed in connection with this potential sale.
    Implementation of this proposed sale will require U.S. Government 
or contractor representatives to travel to Qatar for a period of 10 
years to provide program and technical support and training.
    There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a 
result of this proposed sale.
Transmittal No. 13-08
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 AN/AAQ-24(V) LAIRCM is a self-contained, directed energy 
countermeasures system designed to protect aircraft from infrared-
guided surface-to-air missiles. The system features digital technology 
and micro-miniature solid-state electronics. The system operates in all 
conditions, detecting incoming missiles and jamming infrared-seeker 
equipped missiles with aimed bursts of laser energy.
    2. LAIRCM system software, including Operational Flight Program and 
jam codes, is classified Secret.
    3. 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 system effectiveness or be used in the development of a system 
with similar or advanced capabilities.

[FR Doc. 2013-12337 Filed 5-22-13; 8:45 am]
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