36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification, 28981-28983 [2015-12138]

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[FR Doc. 2015–12158 Filed 5–19–15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3710–08–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Docket ID: DoD–2012–OS–0014] Proposed Collection; Comment Request Defense Logistics Agency, DoD. Notice. AGENCY: ACTION: In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Defense Logistics Agency announces a proposed public information collection and seeks public comment on the provisions thereof. Comments are invited on: (a) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the agency’s estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. DATES: Consideration will be given to all comments received by July 20, 2015. ADDRESSES: You may submit comments, identified by docket number and title, by any of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. 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Please submit comments on any given form identified by docket number, form number, and title. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: To request more information on this proposed information collection or to obtain a copy of the proposal and associated collection instruments, please write to the Defense Logistics Agency Headquarters, ATTN: Mr. Robert Bednarcik, J33, 8725 John J. Kingman Rd., Ft. Belvoir, VA 22060– 6221; or call (703) 767–1178. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title; Associated Form; and OMB Number: End-Use Certificate; DLA Form 1822; OMB No. 0704–0382. Needs and Uses: The information collection requirement is necessary for all individuals wishing to acquire DOD/ Government property identified as U.S. Munitions List Items (MLI) or Commerce Control List Item (CCLI). They must complete this form each time they enter into a transaction. It is used to clear recipients to ensure their eligibility to conduct business with the government. That they are not debarred bidders; Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) or Blocked Persons; have not violated U.S. export laws; will not divert the property to denied/sanctioned countries, unauthorized destinations or sell to debarred/Bidder Experience List firms or individuals. The EUC informs the recipients that when this property is to be exported, they must comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR), 22 CFR 120 et seq.; Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR 730 et seq.; Office of Foreign Asset Controls (OFAC), 31 CFR 500 et seq.; and the United States Customs Service rules and regulations. PO 00000 Frm 00053 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 28981 Affected Public: Individuals; businesses; contractors; or other for profit; not-for-profit institutions/ entities. Annual Burden Hours: 14,000. Number of Respondents: 42,000. Responses per Respondent: 1. Annual Responses: 42,000. Average Burden per Response: 20 minutes. Frequency: Quarterly. Respondents are individuals/ businesses/contractors who receive defense property identified as U.S. Munitions List Items and Commerce Control List Items through: purchase, exchange/trade sale, authorized transfer or donation. They are checked to determine if they are responsible, not debarred bidders, Specially Designated Nationals or Blocked Persons, or have not violated U.S. export laws. The form is available on the DOD DEMIL/Trade Security Controls Web page, DLA Disposition Services usable property sales Web page, General Services Administration (GSA) auction Web page, and Defense Contract Management Agency offices, FormFlow and ProForm. Dated: May 15, 2015. Aaron Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register, Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. [FR Doc. 2015–12227 Filed 5–19–15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–06–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Transmittal Nos. 15–31] 36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: 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, Transmittals 15–31 with attached transmittal, policy justification, and Sensitivity of Technology. SUMMARY: Dated: May 14, 2015. Aaron Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. E:\FR\FM\20MYN1.SGM 20MYN1 28982 mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES Transmittal No. 15–31 Consideration for Purchase: Up to 200 Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of AIM–9X Block II Sidewinder Tactical Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Missiles, 2 AIM–9X Special Air Training Missiles (NATMs), 40 CATM– Arms Export Control Act, as amended 9X Block II Captive Air Training (i) Prospective Purchaser: Government Missiles (CATMs), 10 AIM–9X Block II of Norway Tactical Guidance Units, and 20 AIM– (ii) Total Estimated Value: 9X Block II CATM Guidance Units, Major Defense Equipment * $320 million containers, support and test equipment, Other .................................... $ 25 million spare and repair parts, personnel TOTAL .............................. $345 million training and training equipment, publications and technical (iii) Description and Quantity or documentation, U.S. Government and Quantities of Articles or Services under VerDate Sep<11>2014 23:50 May 19, 2015 Jkt 235001 PO 00000 Frm 00054 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 contractor logistics and technical support services, and other related elements of logistics and program support. (iv) Military Department: Navy (AHV) (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: 12 May 15 E:\FR\FM\20MYN1.SGM 20MYN1 EN20MY15.002</GPH> Federal Register / Vol. 80, No. 97 / Wednesday, May 20, 2015 / Notices Federal Register / Vol. 80, No. 97 / Wednesday, May 20, 2015 / Notices * as defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act. POLICY JUSTIFICATION Norway AIM–9X Block II Sidewinder Missiles mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES The Government of Norway has requested a possible sale of up to 200 AIM–9X Block II Sidewinder Tactical Missiles, 2 AIM–9X Special Air Training Missiles (NATMs), 40 CATM– 9X Block II Captive Air Training Missiles (CATMs), 10 AIM–9X Block II Tactical Guidance Units, and 20 AIM– 9X Block II CATM Guidance Units, containers, support and test equipment, spare and repair parts, personnel training and training equipment, publications and technical documentation, U.S. Government and contractor logistics and technical support services, and other related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated cost is $345 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 NATO ally which has been, and continues to be, and important force for political stability throughout the world. Norway requires these capabilities for mutual defense, regional security, force modernization, and U.S. and NATO interoperability. This sale will enhance the Royal Norwegian Air Force’s ability to defend Norway against future threats and contribute to current and future NATO operations. Although this is a new capability, Norway will have no difficulty absorbing these missiles into its armed forces. The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The principal contractor will be Raytheon Missile Systems Company in Tucson, Arizona. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. Implementation of this proposed sale may require the assignment of additional U.S. Government or contractor representatives to Government of Norway. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. Transmittal No. 15–31 Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act Annex 1. The AIM–9X (Block II) Sidewinder Missile represents a substantial increase in missile acquisition and kinematics performance over the AIM–9M and replaces the AIM–9X (Block I) Missile configuration. The missile includes a high off-boresight seeker, enhanced countermeasure rejection capability, low drag/high angle of attack airframe, and the ability to integrate the Helmet Mounted Cueing System. The software algorithms are the most sensitive portion of the AIM–9X missile. A Software Improvement Program (SIP) provides for Software updates. No software source code or algorithms will be released. The missile is classified as Confidential. 2. The AIM–9X (Block II) will result in the transfer of sensitive technology and information. The equipment, hardware, and documentation are classified Confidential. The software and operational performance are classified Secret. The seeker/guidance control section and the target detector are Confidential and contain sensitive state-of-the-art technology. Manuals and technical documentation that are necessary or support operational use and organizational management are classified up to Secret. Performance and operating logic of the countercountermeasures circuits are classified Secret. The hardware, software, and data identified are classified to protect vulnerabilities, design and performance parameters, and similar critical information. 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 that might reduce weapon system effectiveness or be used in the development of a system with similar advanced capabilities. 4. A determination has been made that the recipient country can provide substantially the same degree of protection for the sensitive technology being released as the U.S. Government. This sale is necessary in furtherance of the U.S. foreign policy and national security objectives outlined in the Policy Justification. 5. All defense articles and services listed in this transmittal have been authorized for release and export to Norway. [FR Doc. 2015–12138 Filed 5–19–15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–06–P Item No. vii (vii) Sensitivity of Technology: VerDate Sep<11>2014 23:50 May 19, 2015 Jkt 235001 PO 00000 Frm 00055 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 28983 DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary Defense Intelligence Agency National Intelligence University Board of Visitors; Notice of Federal Advisory Committee Meeting National Intelligence University, Defense Intelligence Agency, Department of Defense. ACTION: Notice of closed meeting. AGENCY: The Department of Defense is publishing this notice to announce that the following Federal Advisory Committee meeting of the National Intelligence University Board of Visitors has been scheduled. The meeting is closed to the public. DATES: Tuesday, June 16, 2015 (7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) and Wednesday, June 17, 2015 (7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.). ADDRESSES: Intelligence Community Campus—Bethesda, 4600 Sangamore Road, Bethesda, MD 20816. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dr. David R. Ellison, President, DIA National Intelligence University, Washington, DC 20340–5100, Phone: (202) 231–3344. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Purpose: The Board will discuss several current critical intelligence issues and advise the Director, DIA, as to the successful accomplishment of the mission assigned to the National Intelligence University. Agenda: The following topics are listed on the National Intelligence University Board of Visitors meeting agenda: Bethesda Campus Tour; Accreditation Requirements; Director’s Strategic Guidance; Process Overview; NIU Vision, Mission, and Values; NIU Strategic Goals and Objectives; Resource Requirements; Implementation Strategies; Succession Planning; Honorary Degrees; Executive Session; College of Strategic Intelligence: Concentration Programs and Leadership Certificate; and Research Update/ Presentations. The entire meeting is devoted to the discussion of classified information as defined in 5 U.S.C. 552b(c)(1) and therefore will be closed. Pursuant to 41 CFR 102–3.105(j) and 102–3.140, and section 10(a)(3) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972, the public or interested organizations may submit written statements to the National Intelligence University Board of Visitors about its mission and functions. 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[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 97 (Wednesday, May 20, 2015)]
[Notices]
[Pages 28981-28983]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2015-12138]


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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Office of the Secretary

[Transmittal Nos. 15-31]


36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification

AGENCY: Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense.

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, Transmittals 15-31 with attached transmittal, policy 
justification, and Sensitivity of Technology.

    Dated: May 14, 2015.
Aaron Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.

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Transmittal No. 15-31
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: Government of Norway
    (ii) Total Estimated Value:

Major Defense Equipment *...............................    $320 million
Other...................................................    $ 25 million
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  TOTAL.................................................    $345 million
 

    (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or 
Services under Consideration for Purchase: Up to 200 AIM-9X Block II 
Sidewinder Tactical Missiles, 2 AIM-9X Special Air Training Missiles 
(NATMs), 40 CATM-9X Block II Captive Air Training Missiles (CATMs), 10 
AIM-9X Block II Tactical Guidance Units, and 20 AIM-9X Block II CATM 
Guidance Units, containers, support and test equipment, spare and 
repair parts, personnel training and training equipment, publications 
and technical documentation, U.S. Government and contractor logistics 
and technical support services, and other related elements of logistics 
and program support.
    (iv) Military Department: Navy (AHV)
    (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: 12 May 15

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

POLICY JUSTIFICATION

Norway AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder Missiles

    The Government of Norway has requested a possible sale of up to 200 
AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder Tactical Missiles, 2 AIM-9X Special Air 
Training Missiles (NATMs), 40 CATM-9X Block II Captive Air Training 
Missiles (CATMs), 10 AIM-9X Block II Tactical Guidance Units, and 20 
AIM-9X Block II CATM Guidance Units, containers, support and test 
equipment, spare and repair parts, personnel training and training 
equipment, publications and technical documentation, U.S. Government 
and contractor logistics and technical support services, and other 
related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated cost 
is $345 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 NATO ally which has been, and continues to be, and 
important force for political stability throughout the world.
    Norway requires these capabilities for mutual defense, regional 
security, force modernization, and U.S. and NATO interoperability. This 
sale will enhance the Royal Norwegian Air Force's ability to defend 
Norway against future threats and contribute to current and future NATO 
operations. Although this is a new capability, Norway will have no 
difficulty absorbing these missiles into its armed forces.
    The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the 
basic military balance in the region.
    The principal contractor will be Raytheon Missile Systems Company 
in Tucson, Arizona. There are no known offset agreements proposed in 
connection with this potential sale.
    Implementation of this proposed sale may require the assignment of 
additional U.S. Government or contractor representatives to Government 
of Norway.
    There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a 
result of this proposed sale.
Transmittal No. 15-31
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 AIM-9X (Block II) Sidewinder Missile represents a 
substantial increase in missile acquisition and kinematics performance 
over the AIM-9M and replaces the AIM-9X (Block I) Missile 
configuration. The missile includes a high off-boresight seeker, 
enhanced countermeasure rejection capability, low drag/high angle of 
attack airframe, and the ability to integrate the Helmet Mounted Cueing 
System. The software algorithms are the most sensitive portion of the 
AIM-9X missile. A Software Improvement Program (SIP) provides for 
Software updates. No software source code or algorithms will be 
released. The missile is classified as Confidential.
    2. The AIM-9X (Block II) will result in the transfer of sensitive 
technology and information. The equipment, hardware, and documentation 
are classified Confidential. The software and operational performance 
are classified Secret. The seeker/guidance control section and the 
target detector are Confidential and contain sensitive state-of-the-art 
technology. Manuals and technical documentation that are necessary or 
support operational use and organizational management are classified up 
to Secret. Performance and operating logic of the counter-
countermeasures circuits are classified Secret. The hardware, software, 
and data identified are classified to protect vulnerabilities, design 
and performance parameters, and similar critical information.
    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 that might reduce weapon system 
effectiveness or be used in the development of a system with similar 
advanced capabilities.
    4. A determination has been made that the recipient country can 
provide substantially the same degree of protection for the sensitive 
technology being released as the U.S. Government. This sale is 
necessary in furtherance of the U.S. foreign policy and national 
security objectives outlined in the Policy Justification.
    5. All defense articles and services listed in this transmittal 
have been authorized for release and export to Norway.

[FR Doc. 2015-12138 Filed 5-19-15; 8:45 am]
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