Arms Sales Notification, 47899-47901 [2018-20568]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 184 / Friday, September 21, 2018 / Notices (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: July 30, 2018 * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act. POLICY JUSTIFICATION Kuwait—AGM–114R Hellfire Missiles daltland on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with NOTICES The Government of Kuwait has requested to buy three hundred (300) AGM–114R Hellfire missiles, one (1) Warhead Section Assembly and one (1) Rocket Motor. Also included in the sale are missile containers, nineteen (19) M261 2.75 tube rocket launchers, spare and repair parts, repair tools, personnel training, U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical and logistical support services and other related elements of logistical and program support. The estimated cost is $30.4 million. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by helping to improve the security of a regional partner that is an important force for political stability and economic progress. The proposed sale improves Kuwait’s capability to meet current and future threats. Kuwait will use the missiles to strengthen its homeland defense. Kuwait currently has the Hellfire missiles in its inventory and will have no difficulty absorbing these additional missiles. The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The principal contractor will be Lockheed Martin Corporation, Orlando, Florida. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. Implementation of this proposed sale will require the assignment of approximately two U.S. Government or contractor representatives to travel to Kuwait for up to two weeks of training. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:30 Sep 20, 2018 Jkt 244001 Transmittal No. 18–11 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. AGM–114R Hellfire. The AGM– 114R is used against heavy and light armored targets, thin skinned vehicles, urban structures, bunkers, caves and personnel. The missile is Inertial Measure Unit (IMU) based, with a variable delay fuse, improved safety and reliability. The highest level for release of the AGM–114R is SECRET. Software and firmware documentation (e.g. Data Processing, Software Requirements, Source Code, Algorithms) are not authorized for disclosure. The highest level of classified information that could be disclosed by a proposed sale or by testing of the end item is up to and including SECRET. The highest level that must be disclosed for production, maintenance, or training is up to and including SECRET. Vulnerability data, countermeasures, vulnerability/ susceptibility analysis, and threat definitions are classified SECRET or CONFIDENTIAL. Detailed information to include discussions, reports and studies of system capabilities, vulnerabilities and limitations that leads to conclusions on specific tactics or other counter-countermeasures (CCM) are not authorized for disclosure. Reverse engineering could reveal SECRET information. Loss or compromise of classified information associated with AGM–114R could lead to development of countermeasures or exploitation of system vulnerabilities by those obtaining the information. 2. Software, hardware, and other data/ information, which is classified or sensitive, is reviewed prior to release to protect system vulnerabilities, design data, and performance parameters. Some end item hardware, software, and other data identified above are classified at CONFIDENTIAL and SECRET levels. Potential compromise of these systems is controlled through management of the basic software programs of highly sensitive systems and software controlled weapon systems on a caseby-case basis. PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 47899 3. If a technologically advanced adversary obtained knowledge of the specific hardware and software elements, the information could be used to develop countermeasures or equivalent systems which might reduce weapons system effectiveness or be used in the development of a system with similar or advanced capabilities. 4. A determination has been made that Kuwait can provide substantially the same degree of protection for the AGM–114R Hellfire Missiles as the U.S. Government. The sale of these missiles to Kuwait is necessary in the furtherance of the U.S. foreign policy and national security objectives outlined in the policy justification. 5. All defense articles and services listed on this transmittal are authorized for release and export to the Government of Kuwait. [FR Doc. 2018–20516 Filed 9–20–18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–06–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Transmittal No. 18–30] Arms Sales Notification Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense. ACTION: Arms sales notice. AGENCY: The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text of an arms sales notification. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: DSCA at dsca.ncr.lmo.mbx.info@ mail.mil or (703) 697–9709. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This 36(b)(1) arms sales notification is published to fulfill the requirements of section 155 of Public Law 104–164 dated July 21, 1996. The following is a copy of a letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Transmittal 18–30 with attached Policy Justification and Sensitivity of Technology. SUMMARY: Dated: September 18, 2018. Shelly E. Finke, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. BILLING CODE 5001–06–P E:\FR\FM\21SEN1.SGM 21SEN1 47900 BILLING CODE 5001–06–C (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): Up Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the to forty-six (46) Standard Missile, SM– Arms Export Control Act, as amended 2 Block IIIA Vertical Launching Tactical (i) Prospective Purchaser: Kingdom of All-Up Rounds, RIM–066M–03–BK IIIA (VLS) Up to two (2) Standard Missile, Denmark SM–2 Block IIIA Telemetry, Omni(ii) Total Estimated Value: Directional Antenna, Warhead Enabled, Major Defense Equipment* $130 million RIM 066M–03–BK IIIA (VLS) Other .................................... $ 22 million Up to two (2) Standard Missile, SM– TOTAL .............................. $152 million 2 Block IIIA Telemetry, Omni- daltland on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with NOTICES Transmittal No. 18–30 VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:30 Sep 20, 2018 Jkt 244001 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Directional Antenna, Warhead Dud Capable, RIM 066M–03–BK IIIA (VLS) Non-MDE: Also included are MK 13 MOD 0 Vertical Launching System Canisters, operator manuals and technical documentation, U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services, and other related elements of logistics and program support. (iv) Military Department: Navy (DE– P–AED). E:\FR\FM\21SEN1.SGM 21SEN1 EN21SE18.006</GPH> Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 184 / Friday, September 21, 2018 / Notices Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 184 / Friday, September 21, 2018 / Notices (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: July 31, 2018. *As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act. POLICY JUSTIFICATION daltland on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with NOTICES Denmark—SM–2 Block IIIA Standard Missiles The Government of Denmark has requested to buy up to forty-six (46) Standard Missile, SM–2 Block IIIA Vertical Launching Tactical All-Up Rounds, RIM 066M–03–BK IIIA (VLS); up to two (2) Standard Missile, SM–2 Block IIIA Telemetry, Omni-Directional, All-Up Rounds, RIM–066M–03–BK IIIA (VLS); and up to two (2) Standard Missile, SM–2 Block IIIA Telemetry, Omni-Directional Antenna, Warhead Dud Capable, RIM 066M–03–BK IIIA (VLS). Also included are MK 13 MOD 0 Vertical Launching System Canisters, operator manuals and technical documentation, U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services, and other related elements of logistics and program support. The total estimated program cost is $152 million. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security of the United States by helping to improve the security of a NATO ally that is an important force for political stability and economic progress in the European region. This proposed sale would support Denmark’s anti-air warfare capabilities for the Royal Danish Navy’s IVER HUITFELDT Frigate Class ships. The SM–2 Block IIIA missiles, combined with the Anti-Air Warfare System (AAWS) combat system, will provide significantly enhanced area defense capabilities over critical Northern Europe air-and-sea-lines of communication. Denmark will have no difficulty absorbing this equipment and support into its armed forces. VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:30 Sep 20, 2018 Jkt 244001 The proposed sale of these systems and equipment will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The principal contractor will be Raytheon Cooperation in Tucson, Arizona; Raytheon Company, Camden, Arkansas; and BAE of Minneapolis, Minnesota and Aberdeen, South Dakota. 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 Denmark. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. Transmittal No. 18–30 countermeasures or equivalent systems which might reduce system effectiveness or be used in the development of a system with similar or advanced capabilities. 4. A determination has been made that Denmark 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 Denmark. [FR Doc. 2018–20568 Filed 9–20–18; 8:45 am] Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act BILLING CODE 5001–06–P Annex DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Item No. vii (vii) Sensitivity of Technology: 1. A completely assembled Standard Missile-2 (SM–2) Block IIIA with or without a conventional warhead, whether a tactical, telemetry, or inert (training) configuration, is classified CONFIDENTIAL. Missile component hardware includes: Guidance Section (classified CONFIDENTIAL), Target Detection Device (classified CONFIDENTIAL), Warhead (UNCLASSIFIED), Dual Thrust Rocket Motor (UNCLASSIFIED), Steering Control Section (UNCLASSIFIED), Safe and Arming Device (UNCLASSIFIED), Autopilot Battery Unit (classified CONFIDENTIAL), and if telemetry missiles, AN/DKT–71 Telemeters (UNCLASSIFIED). 2. SM–2 operator and maintenance documentation is usually classified CONFIDENTIAL. Shipboard operation/ firing guidance is generally classified CONFIDENTIAL. Pre-firing missile assembly/pedigree information is UNCLASSIFIED. 3. If a technologically advanced adversary were to obtain knowledge of the hardware and software elements, the information could be used to develop Office of the Secretary PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 47901 [Transmittal No. 18–38] Arms Sales Notification Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense. ACTION: Arms sales notice. AGENCY: The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text of an arms sales notification. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: DSCA at dsca.ncr.lmo.mbx.info@ mail.mil or (703) 697–9709. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This 36(b)(1) arms sales notification is published to fulfill the requirements of section 155 of Public Law 104–164 dated July 21, 1996. The following is a copy of a letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Transmittal 18–38 with attached Policy Justification and Sensitivity of Technology. SUMMARY: Dated: September 18, 2018. Shelly E. Finke, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. BILLING CODE 5001–06–P E:\FR\FM\21SEN1.SGM 21SEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 184 (Friday, September 21, 2018)]
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Office of the Secretary

[Transmittal No. 18-30]


Arms Sales Notification

AGENCY: Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense.

ACTION: Arms sales notice.

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SUMMARY: The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text 
of an arms sales notification.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: DSCA at dsca.ncr.lmo.mbx.info@mail.mil">dsca.ncr.lmo.mbx.info@mail.mil 
or (703) 697-9709.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This 36(b)(1) arms sales notification is 
published to fulfill the requirements of section 155 of Public Law 104-
164 dated July 21, 1996. The following is a copy of a letter to the 
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Transmittal 18-30 with 
attached Policy Justification and Sensitivity of Technology.

    Dated: September 18, 2018.
Shelly E. Finke,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
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Transmittal No. 18-30
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: Kingdom of Denmark
    (ii) Total Estimated Value:

Major Defense Equipment*................................    $130 million
Other...................................................    $ 22 million
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  TOTAL.................................................    $152 million
 

    (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or 
Services under Consideration for Purchase:
    Major Defense Equipment (MDE): Up to forty-six (46) Standard 
Missile, SM-2 Block IIIA Vertical Launching Tactical All-Up Rounds, 
RIM-066M-03-BK IIIA (VLS) Up to two (2) Standard Missile, SM-2 Block 
IIIA Telemetry, Omni-Directional Antenna, Warhead Enabled, RIM 066M-03-
BK IIIA (VLS)
    Up to two (2) Standard Missile, SM-2 Block IIIA Telemetry, Omni-
Directional Antenna, Warhead Dud Capable, RIM 066M-03-BK IIIA (VLS)
    Non-MDE:
    Also included are MK 13 MOD 0 Vertical Launching System Canisters, 
operator manuals and technical documentation, U.S. Government and 
contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services, and 
other related elements of logistics and program support.
    (iv) Military Department: Navy (DE-P-AED).

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    (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: July 31, 2018.
    *As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act.

POLICY JUSTIFICATION

Denmark--SM-2 Block IIIA Standard Missiles

    The Government of Denmark has requested to buy up to forty-six (46) 
Standard Missile, SM-2 Block IIIA Vertical Launching Tactical All-Up 
Rounds, RIM 066M-03-BK IIIA (VLS); up to two (2) Standard Missile, SM-2 
Block IIIA Telemetry, Omni-Directional, All-Up Rounds, RIM-066M-03-BK 
IIIA (VLS); and up to two (2) Standard Missile, SM-2 Block IIIA 
Telemetry, Omni-Directional Antenna, Warhead Dud Capable, RIM 066M-03-
BK IIIA (VLS). Also included are MK 13 MOD 0 Vertical Launching System 
Canisters, operator manuals and technical documentation, U.S. 
Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support 
services, and other related elements of logistics and program support. 
The total estimated program cost is $152 million.
    This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national 
security of the United States by helping to improve the security of a 
NATO ally that is an important force for political stability and 
economic progress in the European region.
    This proposed sale would support Denmark's anti-air warfare 
capabilities for the Royal Danish Navy's IVER HUITFELDT Frigate Class 
ships. The SM-2 Block IIIA missiles, combined with the Anti-Air Warfare 
System (AAWS) combat system, will provide significantly enhanced area 
defense capabilities over critical Northern Europe air-and-sea-lines of 
communication. Denmark will have no difficulty absorbing this equipment 
and support into its armed forces.
    The proposed sale of these systems and equipment will not alter the 
basic military balance in the region.
    The principal contractor will be Raytheon Cooperation in Tucson, 
Arizona; Raytheon Company, Camden, Arkansas; and BAE of Minneapolis, 
Minnesota and Aberdeen, South Dakota. 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 Denmark.
    There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a 
result of this proposed sale.
Transmittal No. 18-30
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. A completely assembled Standard Missile-2 (SM-2) Block IIIA with 
or without a conventional warhead, whether a tactical, telemetry, or 
inert (training) configuration, is classified CONFIDENTIAL. Missile 
component hardware includes: Guidance Section (classified 
CONFIDENTIAL), Target Detection Device (classified CONFIDENTIAL), 
Warhead (UNCLASSIFIED), Dual Thrust Rocket Motor (UNCLASSIFIED), 
Steering Control Section (UNCLASSIFIED), Safe and Arming Device 
(UNCLASSIFIED), Autopilot Battery Unit (classified CONFIDENTIAL), and 
if telemetry missiles, AN/DKT-71 Telemeters (UNCLASSIFIED).
    2. SM-2 operator and maintenance documentation is usually 
classified CONFIDENTIAL. Shipboard operation/firing guidance is 
generally classified CONFIDENTIAL. Pre-firing missile assembly/pedigree 
information is UNCLASSIFIED.
    3. If a technologically advanced adversary were to obtain knowledge 
of the 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.
    4. A determination has been made that Denmark 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 Denmark.

[FR Doc. 2018-20568 Filed 9-20-18; 8:45 am]
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