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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Office of the Secretary
[Transmittal No. 15–80]
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:
Sarah A. Ragan or Heather N. Harwell,
DSCA/LMO, (703) 604–1546/(703) 607–
5339.
The following is a copy of a letter to
the Speaker of the House of
Representatives, Transmittal 15–80 with
attached Policy Justification.
SUMMARY:
Dated: March 1, 2016.
Aaron Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison
Officer, Department of Defense.
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(iii) Description and Quantity or
Quantities of Articles or Services Under
Consideration for Purchase:
Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of
Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Eight (8) F–16 Block 52 aircraft (two (2)
Arms Export Control Act, as amended
C and six (6) D models), with the
F100–PW–229 increased performance
(i) Prospective Purchaser: The
engine
Government of Pakistan
Fourteen (14) Joint Helmet Mounted
Cueing Systems (JHMCS)
(ii) Total Estimated Value:
Non-MDE items included in this
Major Defense Equipment * ...........................
$564.68 million request are eight (8) AN/APG–68(V)9
Other ................................
$134.36 million radars, and eight (8) ALQ–211(V)9
Advanced Integrated Defensive
TOTAL ..........................
$699.04 million Electronic Warfare Suites (AIDEWS).
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Additionally, this possible sale includes
spare and repair parts, support and test
equipment, publications and technical
documentation, personnel training and
training equipment, U.S. Government
and contractor engineering, technical
and logistics support services, and other
related elements of logistical and
program support. The estimated cost of
MDE is $564.68 million. The total
estimated cost is $699.04 million.
(iv) Military Department: Air Force
(X7–D–5A7)
(v) Prior Related Cases, if any: FMS
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(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: 11 February 2016
* as defined in Section 47(6) of the
Arms Export Control Act
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POLICY JUSTIFICATION
The Government of Pakistan—F–16
Block 52 Aircraft
The Government of Pakistan has
requested a possible sale of:
Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
Eight (8) F–16 Block 52 aircraft (two (2)
C and six (6) D models), with the
F100–PW–229 increased performance
engine
Fourteen (14) Joint Helmet Mounted
Cueing Systems (JHMCS)
Non-MDE items included in this
request are eight (8) AN/APG–68(V)9
radars, and eight (8) ALQ–211(V)9
Advanced Integrated Defensive
Electronic Warfare Suites (AIDEWS).
Additionally, this possible sale includes
spare and repair parts, support and test
equipment, publications and technical
documentation, personnel training and
training equipment, U.S. Government
and contractor engineering, technical
and logistics support services, and other
related elements of logistical and
program support. The estimated cost of
MDE is $564.68 million. The total
estimated cost is $699.04 million.
This proposed sale contributes to U.S.
foreign policy objectives and national
security goals by helping to improve the
security of a strategic partner in South
Asia.
The proposed sale improves
Pakistan’s capability to meet current
and future security threats. These
additional F–16 aircraft will facilitate
operations in all-weather, non-daylight
environments, provide a self-defense/
area suppression capability, and
enhance Pakistan’s ability to conduct
counter-insurgency and
counterterrorism operations.
This sale will increase the number of
aircraft available to the Pakistan Air
Force to sustain operations, meet
monthly training requirements, and
support transition training for pilots
new to the Block-52. Pakistan will have
no difficulty absorbing these additional
aircraft into its air force.
The proposed sale of this equipment
and support will not alter the basic
military balance in the region.
Contractors have not been selected to
support this proposed sale. There are no
known offset agreements proposed in
connection with this potential sale.
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Implementation of this proposed sale
will not require the assignment of any
additional U.S. Government or
contractor representatives to Pakistan.
There will be no adverse impact on
U.S. defense readiness as a result of this
proposed sale.
Transmittal No. 15–80
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. This sale involves the release of
sensitive technology to Pakistan. The
F–l 6C/D Block 50/52 weapon system is
UNCLASSIFIED, except as noted below.
The aircraft uses the F–16 airframe and
features advanced avionics and systems.
It contains the Pratt and Whitney F–
100–PW–229 engine, AN/APG–68V(9)
radar, digital flight control system,
external electronic warfare equipment,
Advanced Identification Friend or Foe
(AIFF), LINK–16 datalink, and software
computer programs.
2. Sensitive and/or classified (up to
SECRET) elements of the proposed
F–16C/D include hardware, accessories,
components, and associated software:
AN/APG–68V(9) Radar, Have Quick I/II
Radios, AN/APX–113 AIFF with Mode
IV capability, AN/ALE–47
Countermeasures (Chaff and Flare) set,
LINK–16 Advanced Data Link Group A
provisions only, Embedded Global
Positioning System/Inertial Navigation
System, Joint Helmet-Mounted Cueing
System (JHMCS), ALQ–21 l(V)9
Advanced Integrated Defensive
Electronic Warfare Suite (AIDEWS)
without Digital Radio Frequency
Memory, AN/ALQ–213
Countermeasures Set, Modular Mission
Computer, Have Glass I/II without
infrared top coat, Digital Flight Control
System, F–100 engine infrared
signature, and Advanced Interference
Blanker Unit. Additional sensitive areas
include operating manuals and
maintenance technical orders
containing performance information,
operating and test procedures, and other
information related to support
operations and repair. The hardware,
software, and data identified are
classified to protect vulnerabilities,
design and performance parameters and
other similar critical information.
3. The AN/APG–68(V)9 is the latest
model of the APG–68 radar and was
specifically designed for foreign military
sales. This model contains the latest
digital technology available for a
mechanically scanned antenna,
including higher processor power,
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higher transmission power, more
sensitive receiver electronics, and an
entirely new capability, Synthetic
Aperture Radar (SAR), which creates
higher resolution ground maps from a
much greater distance than previous
versions of the APG–68. Complete
hardware is classified CONFIDENTIAL,
major components and subsystems are
classified CONFIDENTIAL, software is
classified SECRET, and technical data
and documentation are classified up to
SECRET.
4. The AN/ARC–238 radio with HAVE
QUICK II is a voice communications
radio system. The AN/ARC–238
employs cryptographic technology that
is classified SECRET. Classified
elements include operating
characteristics, parameters, technical
data, and keying material.
5. The AN/APX–113 AIFF with Mode
IV system is classified up to SECRET
when operational evaluator parameters
are loaded into the equipment.
Classified elements of the AIFF system
include software object code, operating
characteristics, parameters, and
technical data.
6. The Multifunctional Information
Distribution System-Low Volume
Terminal (MIDS–LVT) is an advanced
Link–16 command, control,
communications, and intelligence (C31)
system incorporating high-capacity,
jam-resistant, digital communication
links for exchange of near real-time
tactical information, including both data
and voice, among air, ground, and sea
elements. MIDS–LVT is intended to
support key theater functions such as
surveillance, identification, air control,
weapons engagement coordination, and
direction for all services and allied
forces. The system will provide
jamming-resistant, wide-area
communications on a Link–16 network
among MIDS and Joint Tactical
Information Distribution System (JTIDS)
equipped platforms. 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.
7. The Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing
System (JHMCS) is a modified
HGU–55/P helmet that incorporates a
visor-projected Heads-Up Display
(HUD) to cue weapons and aircraft
sensors to air and ground targets. A
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Helmet Vehicle Interface (HVI) interacts
with the aircraft system bus to provide
signal generation for the helmet display.
This provides significant improvement
for close combat targeting and
engagement. The hardware is
UNCLASSIFIED; technical data and
documents are classified up to SECRET.
8. If a technologically advanced
adversary were to obtain knowledge of
the specific hardware or software source
code in this proposed sale, the
information could be used to develop
countermeasures which might reduce
weapon system effectiveness or be used
in the development of systems with
similar or advanced capabilities. The
benefits to be derived from this sale in
the furtherance of the U.S. foreign
policy and national security objectives,
as outlined in the Policy Justification,
outweigh the potential damage that
could result if the sensitive technology
were revealed to unauthorized persons.
9. This sale is necessary in
furtherance of the U.S. foreign policy
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and national security objectives
outlined in the Policy Justification.
10. A determination has been made
that the recipient country can provide
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.
11. All defense articles and services
are approved for release to the
Government of Pakistan.
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Office of the Secretary
[Transmittal No. 15–82]
36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification
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:
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Sarah A. Ragan or Heather N. Harwell,
DSCA/LMO, (703) 604–1546/(703) 607–
5339.
The following is a copy of a letter to
the Speaker of the House of
Representatives, Transmittal 15–82 with
attached Policy Justification and
Sensitivity of Technology.
Dated: March 1, 2016.
Aaron Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison
Officer, Department of Defense.
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Office of the Secretary
[Transmittal No. 15-80]
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: Sarah A. Ragan or Heather N. Harwell,
DSCA/LMO, (703) 604-1546/(703) 607-5339.
The following is a copy of a letter to the Speaker of the House of
Representatives, Transmittal 15-80 with attached Policy Justification.
Dated: March 1, 2016.
Aaron Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
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Transmittal No. 15-80
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: The Government of Pakistan
(ii) Total Estimated Value:
Major Defense Equipment *............................. $564.68 million
Other................................................. $134.36 million
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TOTAL............................................... $699.04 million
(iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or
Services Under Consideration for Purchase:
Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
Eight (8) F-16 Block 52 aircraft (two (2) C and six (6) D models), with
the F100-PW-229 increased performance engine
Fourteen (14) Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing Systems (JHMCS)
Non-MDE items included in this request are eight (8) AN/APG-68(V)9
radars, and eight (8) ALQ-211(V)9 Advanced Integrated Defensive
Electronic Warfare Suites (AIDEWS). Additionally, this possible sale
includes spare and repair parts, support and test equipment,
publications and technical documentation, personnel training and
training equipment, U.S. Government and contractor engineering,
technical and logistics support services, and other related elements of
logistical and program support. The estimated cost of MDE is $564.68
million. The total estimated cost is $699.04 million.
(iv) Military Department: Air Force (X7-D-5A7)
(v) Prior Related Cases, if any: FMS Case SAF--$1.4B-24 Oct 06
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(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: 11 February 2016
* as defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act
POLICY JUSTIFICATION
The Government of Pakistan--F-16 Block 52 Aircraft
The Government of Pakistan has requested a possible sale of:
Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
Eight (8) F-16 Block 52 aircraft (two (2) C and six (6) D models), with
the F100-PW-229 increased performance engine
Fourteen (14) Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing Systems (JHMCS)
Non-MDE items included in this request are eight (8) AN/APG-68(V)9
radars, and eight (8) ALQ-211(V)9 Advanced Integrated Defensive
Electronic Warfare Suites (AIDEWS). Additionally, this possible sale
includes spare and repair parts, support and test equipment,
publications and technical documentation, personnel training and
training equipment, U.S. Government and contractor engineering,
technical and logistics support services, and other related elements of
logistical and program support. The estimated cost of MDE is $564.68
million. The total estimated cost is $699.04 million.
This proposed sale contributes to U.S. foreign policy objectives
and national security goals by helping to improve the security of a
strategic partner in South Asia.
The proposed sale improves Pakistan's capability to meet current
and future security threats. These additional F-16 aircraft will
facilitate operations in all-weather, non-daylight environments,
provide a self-defense/area suppression capability, and enhance
Pakistan's ability to conduct counter-insurgency and counterterrorism
operations.
This sale will increase the number of aircraft available to the
Pakistan Air Force to sustain operations, meet monthly training
requirements, and support transition training for pilots new to the
Block-52. Pakistan will have no difficulty absorbing these additional
aircraft into its air force.
The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the
basic military balance in the region.
Contractors have not been selected to support this proposed sale.
There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this
potential sale.
Implementation of this proposed sale will not require the
assignment of any additional U.S. Government or contractor
representatives to Pakistan.
There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a
result of this proposed sale.
Transmittal No. 15-80
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. This sale involves the release of sensitive technology to
Pakistan. The F-l 6C/D Block 50/52 weapon system is UNCLASSIFIED,
except as noted below. The aircraft uses the F-16 airframe and features
advanced avionics and systems. It contains the Pratt and Whitney F-100-
PW-229 engine, AN/APG-68V(9) radar, digital flight control system,
external electronic warfare equipment, Advanced Identification Friend
or Foe (AIFF), LINK-16 datalink, and software computer programs.
2. Sensitive and/or classified (up to SECRET) elements of the
proposed F-16C/D include hardware, accessories, components, and
associated software: AN/APG-68V(9) Radar, Have Quick I/II Radios, AN/
APX-113 AIFF with Mode IV capability, AN/ALE-47 Countermeasures (Chaff
and Flare) set, LINK-16 Advanced Data Link Group A provisions only,
Embedded Global Positioning System/Inertial Navigation System, Joint
Helmet-Mounted Cueing System (JHMCS), ALQ-21 l(V)9 Advanced Integrated
Defensive Electronic Warfare Suite (AIDEWS) without Digital Radio
Frequency Memory, AN/ALQ-213 Countermeasures Set, Modular Mission
Computer, Have Glass I/II without infrared top coat, Digital Flight
Control System, F-100 engine infrared signature, and Advanced
Interference Blanker Unit. Additional sensitive areas include operating
manuals and maintenance technical orders containing performance
information, operating and test procedures, and other information
related to support operations and repair. The hardware, software, and
data identified are classified to protect vulnerabilities, design and
performance parameters and other similar critical information.
3. The AN/APG-68(V)9 is the latest model of the APG-68 radar and
was specifically designed for foreign military sales. This model
contains the latest digital technology available for a mechanically
scanned antenna, including higher processor power, higher transmission
power, more sensitive receiver electronics, and an entirely new
capability, Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), which creates higher
resolution ground maps from a much greater distance than previous
versions of the APG-68. Complete hardware is classified CONFIDENTIAL,
major components and subsystems are classified CONFIDENTIAL, software
is classified SECRET, and technical data and documentation are
classified up to SECRET.
4. The AN/ARC-238 radio with HAVE QUICK II is a voice
communications radio system. The AN/ARC-238 employs cryptographic
technology that is classified SECRET. Classified elements include
operating characteristics, parameters, technical data, and keying
material.
5. The AN/APX-113 AIFF with Mode IV system is classified up to
SECRET when operational evaluator parameters are loaded into the
equipment. Classified elements of the AIFF system include software
object code, operating characteristics, parameters, and technical data.
6. The Multifunctional Information Distribution System-Low Volume
Terminal (MIDS-LVT) is an advanced Link-16 command, control,
communications, and intelligence (C31) system incorporating high-
capacity, jam-resistant, digital communication links for exchange of
near real-time tactical information, including both data and voice,
among air, ground, and sea elements. MIDS-LVT is intended to support
key theater functions such as surveillance, identification, air
control, weapons engagement coordination, and direction for all
services and allied forces. The system will provide jamming-resistant,
wide-area communications on a Link-16 network among MIDS and Joint
Tactical Information Distribution System (JTIDS) equipped platforms.
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.
7. The Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing System (JHMCS) is a modified
HGU-55/P helmet that incorporates a visor-projected Heads-Up Display
(HUD) to cue weapons and aircraft sensors to air and ground targets. A
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Helmet Vehicle Interface (HVI) interacts with the aircraft system bus
to provide signal generation for the helmet display. This provides
significant improvement for close combat targeting and engagement. The
hardware is UNCLASSIFIED; technical data and documents are classified
up to SECRET.
8. If a technologically advanced adversary were to obtain knowledge
of the specific hardware or software source code in this proposed sale,
the information could be used to develop countermeasures which might
reduce weapon system effectiveness or be used in the development of
systems with similar or advanced capabilities. The benefits to be
derived from this sale in the furtherance of the U.S. foreign policy
and national security objectives, as outlined in the Policy
Justification, outweigh the potential damage that could result if the
sensitive technology were revealed to unauthorized persons.
9. This sale is necessary in furtherance of the U.S. foreign policy
and national security objectives outlined in the Policy Justification.
10. A determination has been made that the recipient country can
provide 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.
11. All defense articles and services are approved for release to
the Government of Pakistan.
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