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Transmittal No. 20–59
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 the Netherlands
(ii) Total Estimated Value:
Major Defense Equipment *
Other ....................................
$194 million
$ 47 million
TOTAL .............................
$241 million
(iii) Description and Quantity or
Quantities of Articles or Services under
Consideration for Purchase:
Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
Thirty-four (34) Patriot Advanced
Capability-3 (PAC–3) Missile Segment
Enhancement (MSE) Missiles.
Non-MDE: Also included are eight (8)
kitted 2-pack PAC–3 MSE Missile
Round Trainers (MRT), six (6) kitted 2pack PAC–3 MSE Empty Round
Trainers (ERT), four (4) PAC–3 MSE
Skid Kits, one (1) Lot of Classified PAC–
3 MSE Concurrent Spare Parts (CSPs),
one (1) Lot of Unclassified PAC–3 MSE
CSPs, and PAC–3 MSE repair and return
processing support services, and other
related elements of logistics and
program support.
(iv) Military Department: Army (NE–
B–YAF)
(v) Prior Related Cases, if any: NE–B–
WBV
(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: September 24, 2020
*As defined in Section 47(6) of the
Arms Export Control Act.
POLICY JUSTIFICATION
The Netherlands—Patriot Advanced
Capability-3 (PAC–3) Missile Segment
Enhancement (MSE) Missiles
The Government of the Netherlands
has requested to buy thirty-four (34)
Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC–3)
Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE)
missiles. Also included are eight (8)
kitted 2-pack PAC–3 MSE Missile
Round Trainers (MRT), six (6) kitted 2pack PAC–3 MSE Empty Round
Trainers (ERT), four (4) PAC–3 MSE
Skid Kits, one (1) Lot of Classified PAC–
3 MSE Concurrent Spare Parts (CSPs),
one (1) Lot of Unclassified PAC–3 MSE
CSPs, and PAC–3 MSE repair and return
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processing support services, and other
related elements of logistics and
program support. The total estimated
program cost is $241 million.
This proposed sale will support the
foreign policy and national security of
the United States by helping to improve
security of a NATO ally which is an
important force for political stability
and economic progress in Northern
Europe.
This proposed sale will improve the
Netherlands’ missile defense capability
to meet current and future enemy
threats. The Netherlands will use the
enhanced capability to strengthen its
homeland defense and deter regional
threats, and provide direct support to
coalition and security cooperation
efforts. The Netherlands will have no
difficulty absorbing this equipment into
its armed forces.
The proposed sale of this equipment
and support will not alter the basic
military balance in the region.
The prime contractor will be
Lockheed-Martin, Dallas, TX. The
purchaser typically requests offsets. Any
offset agreement will be defined in
negotiations between the purchaser and
the contractor(s).
Implementation of this proposed sale
will not require the assignment of any
additional U.S. Government or
contractor representatives to the
Netherlands.
There will be no adverse impact on
U.S. defense readiness as a result of this
proposed sale.
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 Patriot Advanced Capability
(PAC–3) Missile Segment Enhancements
(MSE) is a small, highly agile, kinetic
kill interceptor for defense against
tactical ballistic missiles, cruise missiles
and air-breathing threats. The MSE
variant of the PAC–3 missile represents
the next generation in hit-to-kill
interceptors and provides expanded
battlespace against evolving threats. The
PAC–3 MSE improves upon the original
PAC–3 capability with a higher
performance solid rocket motor,
modified lethality enhancer, more
responsible control surfaces, upgraded
guidance software and insensitive
munitions improvements.
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Office of the Secretary
[Transmittal No. 20–34]
Arms Sales Notification
Defense Security Cooperation
Agency, Department of Defense.
AGENCY:
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2. The highest level of classification of
defense articles, components, and
services included in this potential sale
is SECRET.
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 the Netherlands can provide
substantially the same degree of
protection for the technology being
released as the U.S. Government. This
potential sale is necessary in
furtherance of the U.S. foreign policy
and national security objectives as
outlined in the Policy Justification.
5. All defense articles and services
listed in this transmittal have been
authorized for release and export to the
Netherlands.
ACTION:
Arms sales notice.
The Department of Defense is
publishing the unclassified text of an
arms sales notification.
SUMMARY:
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Karma Job at karma.d.job.civ@mail.mil
or (703) 697–8976.
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
20–34 with attached Policy Justification
and Sensitivity of Technology.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Dated: November 25, 2020.
Kayyonne T. Marston,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison
Officer, Department of Defense.
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Transmittal No. 20–34
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 Switzerland.
(ii) Total Estimated Value:
Major Defense Equipment *
Other ....................................
$4.155 billion
$3.297 billion
Total .................................
$7.452 billion
(iii) Description and Quantity or
Quantities of Articles or Services under
Consideration for Purchase:
Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
Thirty-six (36) F/A–18E Super Hornet
Aircraft
Seventy-two (72) F414–GE–400
Engines (Installed)
Four (4) F/A–18F Super Hornet
Aircraft
Eight (8) F414–GE–400 Engines
(Installed)
Sixteen (16) F414–GE–400 Engines
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(Spares)
Forty-four (44) M61A2 20MM Gun
Systems
Twenty-five (25) Advanced Targeting
Forward-Looking Infrared (ATFLIR)
Fifty-five (55) AN/ALR–67(V)3
Electric Warfare Countermeasures
Receiving Sets
Fifty-five (55) AN/ALQ–214
Integrated Countermeasures
Systems
Forty-eight (48) Multifunctional
Information Distribution Systems—
Joint Tactical Radio Systems (MIDS
JTRS)
Forty-eight (48) Joint Helmet Mounted
Cueing Systems (JHMCS)
Two hundred sixty-four (264) LAU–
127E/A Guided Missile Launchers
Forty-eight (48) AN/AYK–29
Distributed Targeting Processor—
Networked (DTP–N)
Twenty-seven (27) Infrared Search
and Track (IRST) Systems
Forty (40) AIM–9X Block II
Sidewinder Tactical Missiles
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Fifty (50) AIM–9X Block II
Sidewinder Captive Air Training
Missiles (CATMs)
Six (6) AIM–9X Block II Sidewinder
Special Air Training Missiles
(NATMs)
Four (4) AIM–9X Block II Sidewinder
Tactical Guidance Units
Ten (10) AIM–9X Block II Sidewinder
CATM Guidance Units
Eighteen (18) KMU–572 JDAM
Guidance Kits for GBU–54
Twelve (12) Bomb MK–82 500LB,
General Purpose
Twelve (12) Bomb MK–82, Inert
Twelve (12) GBU–53/B Small
Diameter Bomb II (SDB II) All-Up
Round (AUR)
Eight (8) GBU–53/B SDB II Guided
Test Vehicle (GTV)
Non-MDE: Also included are AN/
APG–79 Active Electronically Scanned
Array (AESA) radars; High Speed Video
Network (HSVN) Digital Video Recorder
(HDVR); AN/AVS–9 Night Vision
Goggles (NVG); AN/AVS–11 Night
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Vision Cueing Device (NVCD); AN/
ALE–47 Electronic Warfare
Countermeasures Systems; AN/ARC–
210 Communication System; AN/APX–
111 Combined Interrogator
Transponder; AN/ALE–55 Towed
Decoys; launchers (LAU–115D/A, LAU–
116B/A, LAU118A); Training Aids,
Devices and Spares; Technical Data
Engineering Change Proposals; Avionics
Software Support; Joint Mission
Planning System (JMPS); Data Transfer
Unit (DTU); Accurate Navigation
(ANAV) Global Positioning System
(GPS) Navigation; KIV–78 Dual Channel
Encryptor, Identification Friend or Foe
(IFF); Cartridge Actuated Devices/
Propellant Actuated Devices (CADs/
PADs); Technical Publications; AN/
PYQ–10C Simple Key Loader (SKL);
Aircraft Spares; other support
equipment; Aircraft Armament
Equipment (AAE); aircraft ferry;
transportation costs; other technical
assistance; engineering technical
assistance; contractor engineering
technical support; logistics technical
assistance; Repair of Repairables (RoR);
aircrew and maintenance training;
contractor logistics support; flight test
services; Foreign Liaison Officer (FLO)
support; auxiliary fuel tanks, system
integration and testing; software
development/integration; and other
related elements of logistics and
program support. For AIM–9X:
Containers; missile support and test
equipment; provisioning; spare and
repair parts; personnel training and
training equipment; publications and
technical data; and U.S. Government
and contractor technical assistance and
other related logistics support. For
GBU–53/B SDB II and GBU–54: Detector
Laser DSU–38A/B, Detector Laser DSU–
38A(D–2)/B, FMU–139D/B Fuze, KMU–
572(D–2)/B Trainer (JDAM), 40-inch
Wing Release Lanyard; GBU–53/B SDB
II Weapon Load Crew Trainers (WLCT);
weapons containers; munitions support
and test equipment; spares and repair
parts; repair and return support;
personnel training and training
equipment; publications and technical
documents; U.S. Government and
contractor engineering, technical, and
logistics support services; and other
related elements of logistical and
program support.
(iv) Military Department: Navy (SZ–
P–SAZ, SZ–P–LAZ, SZ–P–SBZ); Air
Force.
(SZ–D–YAD).
(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
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Defense Services Proposed to be Sold:
See Attached Annex.
(viii) Date Report Delivered to
Congress: September 30, 2020.
* As defined in Section 47(6) of the
Arms Export Control Act.
POLICY JUSTIFICATION
Switzerland—F/A–18E/F Super Hornet
Aircraft and Weapons
The Government of Switzerland has
requested to buy up to thirty-six (36) F/
A–18E Super Hornet aircraft; seventytwo (72) F414–GE–400 engines
(installed); four (4) F/A–18F Super
Hornet aircraft; eight (8) F414–GE–400
engines (installed); sixteen (16) F414–
GE–400 engines (spares); forty-four (44)
M61A2 20MM gun systems; twenty-five
(25) Advanced Targeting ForwardLooking Infrared (ATFLIR)/other
targeting pod; fifty-five (55) AN/ALR–
67(V)3 Electric Warfare
Countermeasures Receiving sets; fiftyfive (55) AN/ALQ–214 Integrated
Countermeasures systems; forty-eight
(48) Multifunctional Information
Distribution Systems—Joint Tactical
Radio Systems (MIDS–JTRS); forty-eight
(48) Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing
Systems (JHMCS); two hundred sixtyfour (264) LAU–127E/A guided missile
launchers; forty-eight (48) AN/AYK–29
Distributed Targeting Processor—
Networked (DTP–N); twenty-seven (27)
Infrared Search and Track (IRST)
systems; forty (40) AIM–9X Block II
Sidewinder tactical missiles; fifty (50)
AIM–9X Block II Sidewinder Captive
Air Training Missiles (CATMs); six (6)
AIM–9X Block II Sidewinder Special
Air Training Missiles (NATMs); four (4)
AIM–9X Block II Sidewinder tactical
guidance units; ten (10) AIM–9X Block
II Sidewinder CATM guidance units;
eighteen (18) KMU–572 JDAM Guidance
Kits for GBU–54; twelve (12) Bomb MK–
82 500LB, General Purpose; twelve (12)
Bomb MK–82, Inert; twelve (12) GBU–
53/B Small Diameter Bomb II (SDB II)
All-Up Round (AUR); and eight (8)
GBU–53/B SDB II Guided Test Vehicle
(GTV). Also included are AN/APG–79
Active Electronically Scanned Array
(AESA) radars; High Speed Video
Network (HSVN) Digital Video Recorder
(HDVR); AN/AVS–9 Night Vision
Goggles (NVG); AN/AVS–11 Night
Vision Cueing Device (NVCD); AN/
ALE–47 Electronic Warfare
Countermeasures Systems; AN/ARC–
210 Communication System; AN/APX–
111 Combined Interrogator
Transponder; AN/ALE–55 Towed
Decoys; launchers (LAU–115D/A, LAU–
116B/A, LAU118A); Training Aids,
Devices and Spares; Technical Data
Engineering Change Proposals; Avionics
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Software Support; Joint Mission
Planning System (JMPS); Data Transfer
Unit (DTU); Accurate Navigation
(ANAV) Global Positioning System
(GPS) Navigation; KIV–78 Dual Channel
Encryptor, Identification Friend or Foe
(IFF); Cartridge Actuated Devices/
Propellant Actuated Devices (CADs/
PADs); Technical Publications; AN/
PYQ–10C Simple Key Loader (SKL);
Aircraft Spares; other support
equipment; Aircraft Armament
Equipment (AAE); aircraft ferry;
transportation costs; other technical
assistance; engineering technical
assistance; contractor engineering
technical support; logistics technical
assistance; Repair of Repairables (RoR);
aircrew and maintenance training;
contractor logistics support; flight test
services; Foreign Liaison Officer (FLO)
support; auxiliary fuel tanks, system
integration and testing; software
development/integration; and other
related elements of logistics and
program support. For AIM–9X:
containers; missile support and test
equipment; provisioning; spare and
repair parts; personnel training and
training equipment; publications and
technical data; and U.S. Government
and contractor technical assistance and
other related logistics support. For
GBU–53/B SDB II and GBU–54: Detector
Laser DSU–38A/B, Detector Laser DSU–
38A(D–2)/B, FMU–139D/B Fuze, KMU–
572(D–2)/B Trainer (JDAM), 40-inch
Wing Release Lanyard; GBU–53/B SDB
II Weapon Load Crew Trainers (WLCT);
weapons containers; munitions support
and test equipment; spares and repair
parts; repair and return support;
personnel training and training
equipment; publications and technical
documents; U.S. Government and
contractor engineering, technical, and
logistics support services; and other
related elements of logistical and
program support. The total estimated
cost is $7.452 billion.
This proposed sale will support the
foreign policy and national security of
the United States by helping to improve
the security of a friendly European
nation that continues to be an important
force for political stability and economic
progress in Europe.
The proposed sale will improve
Switzerland’s capability to meet current
and future threats. Switzerland
currently operates the Boeing F/A–18C/
D, but that aircraft is reaching end-oflife and will be replaced by the winner
of Switzerland’s New Fighter Aircraft
competition, for which the F/A–18E/F is
being considered. The primary missions
of the aircraft and associated weapons
will be policing the airspace above
Switzerland and providing national
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defense capabilities. Switzerland will
have no difficulty absorbing these
aircraft into its armed forces.
The proposed sale of this equipment
and support will not alter the basic
military balance in the region.
The principal contractors will be The
Boeing Company, St. Louis, MO;
Northrop Grumman, Los Angeles, CA;
Raytheon Company, El Segundo, CA;
Raytheon Missile Systems Company,
Tucson, AZ; General Electric, Lynn,
MA; and The Boeing Company, St.
Charles, MO. This proposal is being
offered in the context of a competition.
The purchaser typically requests offsets.
Any offset agreement will be defined in
negotiations between the purchaser and
the contractor.
Implementation of this proposed sale
will require the assignment of six (6)
additional U.S. contractor
representatives to Switzerland on an
intermittent basis for a duration of the
life of the case to support delivery of the
F/A–18E/F Super Hornet aircraft and
provide supply support management,
inventory control, and equipment
familiarization.
There will be no adverse impact on
U.S. defense readiness as a result, of this
proposed sale.
Transmittal No. 20–34 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 F/A–18E/F Super Hornet is a
single-seat and two-seat, twin engine,
multi-mission fighter/attack aircraft that
can operate from either aircraft carriers
or land bases. The F/A–18E/F Super
Hornet fills a variety of roles and
provides air superiority, fighter escort,
suppression of enemy air defenses,
reconnaissance, forward air control,
close and deep air support, and day and
night strike missions.
a. The AN/APG–79 Active
Electronically Scanned Array (AESA)
Radar System provides the F/A–18E/F
Super Hornet aircraft with all-weather,
multi-mission capability for performing
Air-to-Air and Air-to-Ground targeting
and attack. Air-to-Air modes provide the
capability for all-aspect target detection,
long-range search and track, automatic
target acquisition, and tracking of
multiple targets. Air-to-Surface attack
modes provide high-resolution ground
mapping navigation, weapon delivery,
and sensor cueing.
b. The AN/ALR–67(V)3 Electric
Warfare Countermeasures Receiving Set
provides the F/A–18E/F aircrew with
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radar threat warnings by detecting and
evaluating friendly and hostile radar
frequency threat emitters and providing
identification and status information
about the emitters to on-board
Electronic Warfare (EW) equipment and
the aircrew. The Operational Flight
Program (OFP) and User Data Files
(UDF) used in the AN/ALR–67(V)3
contain threat parametric data used to
identify and establish priority of
detected radar emitters.
c. The AN/ALE–47 Countermeasures
Dispensing System is a threat-adaptive
dispensing system that dispenses chaff,
flares, and expendable jammers for selfprotection against airborne and groundbased Radio Frequency (RF) and
Infrared threats. The Operational Flight
Program (OFP) and Mission Data Files
(MDF) used in the AN/ALE–47 contain
algorithms used to calculate the best
defense against specific threats.
d. The AN/ALQ–214 is an advanced
airborne Integrated Defensive Electronic
Countermeasures (IDECM)
programmable modular automated
system capable of intercepting,
identifying, processing received radar
signals (pulsed and continuous) and
applying an optimum countermeasures
technique in the direction of the radar
signal, thereby improving individual
aircraft probability of survival from a
variety of Surface-to-Air and Air-to-Air
Radio Frequency (RF) threats. The
system operates in a standalone or
Electronic Warfare (EW) suite mode. In
the EW suite mode, the AN/ALQ–214
operates in a fully coordinated mode
with the towed dispensable decoy,
Radar Warning Receiver (RWR), and the
onboard radar in the F/A–18E/F Super
Hornet in a coordinated, noninterference manner sharing information
for enhanced information. The AN/
ALQ–214 was designed to operate in a
high-density Electromagnetic Hostile
Environment with the ability to identify
and counter a wide variety of multiple
threats, including those with Doppler
characteristics.
e. The AN/APX–111 Combined
Interrogator/Transponder (CIT) with the
Conformal Antenna System (CAS) is a
complete MARK–XII identification
system compatible with Identification
Friend or Foe (IFF) Modes 1, 2, 3/A, C
and 4 (secure). A single slide-in module
that can be customized to the unique
cryptographic functions for a specific
country provides the systems secure
mode capabilities. As a transponder, the
CIT is capable or replying to
interrogation modes 1, 2, 3/A C
(altitude) and secure mode 4. The
requirement is to upgrade Switzerland’s
Combined Interrogator Transponder
(CIT) AN/APX–111 (V) IFF system
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software to implement Mode Select
(Mode S) capabilities. Beginning in
early 2005 EUROCONTROL mandated
the civil community in Europe to
transition to a Mode S only system and
for all aircraft to be compliant by 2009.
The Mode S Beacon System is a
combined data link and Secondary
Surveillance Radar (SSR) system that
was standardized in 1985 by the
International Civil Aviation
Organization (ICAO). Mode S provides
air surveillance using a data link with
a permanent unique aircraft address.
Selective Interrogation provides higher
data integrity, reduced Radio Frequency
(RF) interference levels, increased air
traffic capacity, and adds air-to-ground
data link.
f. The Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing
System (JHMCS) is a modified HGU–55/
P helmet that incorporates a visorprojected Heads-Up Display (HUD) to
cue weapons and aircraft sensors to air
and ground targets. In close combat, a
pilot must currently align the aircraft to
shoot at a target. JHMCS allows the pilot
to simply look at a target to shoot. This
system projects visual targeting and
aircraft performance information on the
back of the helmet’s visor, enabling the
pilot to monitor this information
without interrupting his field of view
through the cockpit canopy, the system
uses a magnetic transmitter unit fixed to
the pilot’s seat and a magnetic field
probe mounted on the helmet to define
helmet pointing positioning. A 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.
g. The Joint Mission Planning System
(JMPS) will provide mission planning
capability for support of military
aviation operations. It will also provide
support for unit-level mission planning
for all phases of military flight
operations and have the capability to
provide necessary mission data for the
aircrew. JMPS will support the
downloading of data to electronics data
transfer devices for transfer to aircraft
and weapon systems. A JMPS for a
specific aircraft type will consist of
basic planning tools called the Joint
Mission Planning Environment (JMPE)
mated with a Unique Planning
Component (UPC) provided by the
aircraft program. In addition, UPCs will
be required for specific weapons,
communication devices, and moving
map displays. The JMPS will be tailored
to the specific releasable configuration
for the F/A–18E/F Super Hornet.
h. The AN/AVS–9 Night Vision
Goggles (NVG) provide imagery
sufficient for an aviator to complete
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night time missions down to starlight
and extreme low light conditions. The
AN/AVS–9 is designed to satisfy the F/
A–18E/F mission requirements for
covert night combat, engagement, and
support. The third generation light
amplification tubes provide a highperformance, image-intensification
system for optimized F/A–18E/F night
flying at terrain-masking altitudes.
i. The AN/AVS–11 Night Vision
Goggles (NVG) is capable of high
resolution imaging. This capability
allows reduced visibility weapon
delivery. While the NVCD hardware is
unclassified, this item requires
Enhanced End Use Monitoring (EEUM).
j. The AN/ALE–55 Towed Decoy
improves aircraft survivability by
providing an enhanced, coordinated
onboard/off-board countermeasure
response to enemy threats.
k. The Multifunctional Informational
Distribution System (MIDS) Joint
Tactical Radio System (JTRS) a secure
data and voice communication network
using Link-16 architecture. The system
provides enhanced situational
awareness, positive identification of
participants within the network, secure
fighter-to-fighter connectivity, secure
voice capability, and ARN–118 TACAN
functionality. It provides three major
functions: Air Control, Wide Area
Surveillance, and Fighter-to-Fighter.
The MIDS JTRS can be used to transfer
data in Air-to-Air, Air-to-Surface, and
Air-to-Ground scenarios. The MIDS
Enhanced Interference Blanking Unit
(EIBU) provides validation and
verification of equipment and concept.
EIBU enhances input/output signal
capacity of the MIDS JTRS and
addresses parts obsolescence.
l. LAU–127E/A Guided Missile
Launchers designed to enable F/A–18E/
F Super Hornet aircraft to carry and
launch missiles. It provides the
electrical and mechanical interface
between the missile and launch aircraft
as well as the two-way data transfer
between missile and cockpit controls
and displays to support preflight
orientation and control circuits to
prepare and launch the missile.
m. Accurate Navigation (ANAV)
Global Positioning System (GPS) also
includes Key Loading Installation and
Facility Charges. The ANAV is a 24channel SAASM based pulse-persecond GPS receiver built for next
generation GPS technology.
n. The AN/ARC–210 Radio’s Line-ofsight data transfer rates up to 80 kb/s in
a 25 kHz channel creating high-speed
communication of critical situational
awareness information for increased
mission effectiveness. Software that is
reprogrammable in the field via Memory
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Loader/Verifier Software making
flexible use for multiple missions. The
AN/ARC–210 has embedded software
with programmable cryptography for
secure communications.
o. AN/PYQ–10(C) is the next
generation of the currently fielded AN/
CYZ–10 Data Transfer Device (DTD).
The AN/PYQ–10(C) provides
automated, secure and user-friendly
methods for managing and distributing
cryptographic key material, Signal
Operating Instructions (SOI), and
Electronic Protection data. This course
introduces some of the basic
components and activities associated
with the AN/PYQ–10(C) in addition to
hands-on training. Learners will become
familiar with the security features of the
SKL, practice the initial setup of the
SKL, and will receive and distribute
electronic keys using the SKL.
p. KIV–78 Dual Channel Encryptor
Mode 4/Mode 5 Identify Friend or Foe
(IFF) Crypto applique includes aircraft
installs and initial spares, to ensure
proper identification of aircraft during
coalition efforts. The KIV–78 provides
cryptographic and time-of-day services
for a Mark XIIA (Mode 4 and Mode 5)
IFF Combined Interrogator/Transponder
(CIT), individual interrogator, and
individual transponder.
q. Data Transfer Unit (DTU) with
CRYPTO Type 1 and Ground
Encryption Device (GED). The DTU
(MU–1164(C)/A) has an embedded
DAR–400EX and the GED (DI–12(C)/A)
has an embedded DAR–400ES. Both
versions of the DAR–400 are type 1
devices.
r. High Speed Video Network (HSVN)
Digital Video Recorder (HDVR) with
CRYPTO Type 1 and Ground
Encryption Device (GED). The HDVR
has an embedded DAR–400EX and the
GED has an embedded DAR–400ES.
Both versions of the DAR–400 are Type
1 devices.
s. The Advanced Targeting Forward
Looking Infrared (ATFLIR)/or other
targeting pod is a multi-sensor, electrooptical targeting pod incorporating
infrared, low-light television camera,
laser range finder/target designator, and
laser spot tracker. It is used to provide
navigation and targeting for military
aircraft in adverse weather and using
precision-guided weapons such as laserguided bombs. It offers much greater
target resolution and imagery accuracy
than previous systems.
t. The Infrared Search and Track
(IRST) is a long wave infrared targeting
pod in an external fuel tank outer mold
and carried on the centerline station.
The IRST has an upgraded infrared
receiver and processor to provide full
system capability.
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u. The Distributed Targeting
Processor—Networked (DTP–N) will
host the geo-location capability
previously resident in the DTS,
providing increased memory and speed,
improving overall functionality. DTP–N
enabled geo-registration and targeting
enhancements, when used in
conjunction with the advanced
networking capabilities, will provide
near real-time dissemination of
actionable warfighting data thereby
reducing kill chain times.
v. The M61A2 20MM Gun is a
hydraulically, electrically or
pneumatically driven, six-barrel, aircooled, electrically fired Gatling-style
rotary cannon which fires 20MM rounds
at an extremely high rate. The M61 and
its derivatives have been the principal
cannon armament of United States
military fixed-wing aircraft.
w. The F414–GE–400 Engine is a
22,000-pound class afterburning
turbofan engine. The engine features an
axial compressor with 3 fan stages and
7 high-pressure compressor stages, and
1 high-pressure and 1 low-pressure
turbine stage. It incorporates advanced
technology with the proven design base
and features a Full Authority Digital
Engine Control (FADEC) system—to
provide the F/A–18E/F Super Hornet
with a durable, reliable, and easy-tomaintain engine.
x. LAU–115D/A is a rail Launcher
designed to enable F/A–18E/F Super
Hornet aircraft to carry and launch
missiles. The launcher is suspended
from the bomb rack on wing stations.
The LAU–127 launchers may be
attached to the sides of the LAU–115 for
carriage missiles.
y. LAU–116B/A Guided Missile
Launchers designed to enable F/A–18E/
F Super Hornet aircraft to carry and
launch missiles. Two launchers, one left
hand and one right hand, are installed
in the underside of the aircraft fuselage
at stations 4 and 6. The launchers are
recessed in cavities within the aircraft
fuselage, allowing the missiles to be
semi recessed for aerodynamic
purposes. Both versions of the LAU–116
are ejection launchers.
z. LAU–118A Guided Missile
Launchers designed to enable F/A–18E/
F Super Hornet aircraft to carry and
launch missiles. It provides the
electrical and mechanical interface
between the missile and launch aircraft,
as well as the two-way data transfer
between missile and cockpit controls
and displays to support preflight
orientation and control circuits to
prepare and launch the missile.
aa. Cartridge Actuated Devices (CADs)
are designed for the F/A–18E/F Super
Hornet as small explosive devices used
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to eject stores from launched devices,
actuate other explosive systems, or
provide initiation for aircrew escape
devices. Propellant Actuated Devices
(PADs) are a tool or specialized
mechanized device or gas generator
system that is activated by a propellant
or releases or directs work through a
propellant charge. Weapons release,
aircraft ejection, life support, and firesuppression systems are some facets
that rely heavily on CADs and PADs.
bb. Books and Other Publications
includes flight manuals, technical
manuals and support of technical data
and updates, release and distribution of
classified publications for the operation
and/or maintenance of the F/A–18E/F
aircraft or systems.
cc. Software provides for initial
design and development of the
Electronic Warfare Software suite which
encompasses AN/ALQ–214, AN/ALE–
47, ALE–55, ALR–67, as part of the
System Configuration Set (SCS) builds.
dd. Technical Data provides for the F/
A–18E/F post-production of classified
test reports and other related
documentation.
ee. Training Aide and Devices
provides for upgraded classified lessons,
hardware and installation for the
Tactical Operational Flight Trainers
(TOFT), Low Cost Trainers (LCT),
Aircrew courseware and spares for
delivery and installation of Systems
Configuration Sets (SCS).
ff. The AIM–9X Block II SIDEWINDER
Missile is a supersonic, short-range Airto-Air (A/A) guided missile which
employs a passive Infrared (IR) target
acquisition system, proportional
navigational guidance, and a closedloop position servo Fin Actuator Unit
(FAU). It 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.
The software continues to be modified
via a pre-planned product improvement
(P3I) program in order to improve its
counter-countermeasure capabilities. No
software source code or algorithms will
be released.
gg. AIM–9X BLK II Captive Air
Training Missile (CATM) is a flight
certified inert mass simulator with a
functioning Guidance Unit (GU). The
CATM is the primary aircrew training
device providing all pre-launch
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aerodynamic performance that equate to
carrying a tactical missile. The CATM
provides pilot training in aerial target
acquisition and use of aircraft controls/
displays.
hh. AIM–9X BLK II Special Air
Training Missile (NATM) is a live flight
test and training missile, with
functioning GU and RM, designed for
ignition and separation. The NATM is
similar to the AIM–9X BLK II Tactical
missile except the WDU–17/B Warhead
is replaced with a Telemetry Section
(TM) for streaming data to a ground
station during flight and may be fired
with or without a target. The telemetry
cable is previously connected between
the GU and Target Detector (TD). An
Active Optical Target Detector (AOTD)
and Telemetry cable is connected
between the TD and TM. The Electronic
Safety and Arming Device (ESAD) is
replaced with an ESAD simulator.
ii. AIM–9X BLK II Tactical GU, WGU–
57/B, provides the missile tracking,
guidance, and control signals. The GU
provides counter-countermeasures,
improved reliability and maintainability
over earlier Sidewinder models.
Improvements include: (1) Upgrade/
redesign to the Electronics Unit Circuit
Card Assemblies, (2) a redesigned center
section harnessing, and (3) a larger
capacity missile battery.
jj. AIM–9X BLK II CATM GU, WGU–
57/B, is identical to the tactical GU
except the GU and Control Actuation
System (CAS) batteries are inert and the
software Captive. The software switch
tells the missile processor that it is
attached to a CATM and to ignore
missile launch commands. The switch
also signals software to not enter abort
mode because there is no FAU
connected to the GU.
kk. AIM–9X BLK II Multi-Purpose
Training Missile (MPTM) is a ground
training device used to train ground
personnel in aircraft loading,
sectionalization, maintenance,
transportation, storage procedures, and
techniques. The missile replicates
external appearance and features of a
tactical AIM–9X–2 missile. The MPTM
will physically interface with loading
equipment, maintenance equipment,
launchers, and test equipment. The
missile is explosively and electrically
inert and is NOT flight certified.
ll. AIM–9X BLK II Dummy Air
Training Missile (DATM) is used to
train ground personnel in missile
maintenance, loading, transportation,
and storage procedures. All components
are completely inert. The missile
contains no programmable electrical
components and is not approved for
flight.
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mm. AIM–9X BLK II Active Optical
Target Detector (AOTD) is newly
designed for Block II. The AOTD/Data
Link (AOTD/DL) uses the latest laser
technology allowing significant
increases in sensitivity, aerosol
performance, low altitude performance,
and Pk (Probability of Kill). The AOTD/
DL design includes a DL for 2-way
platform communication. The AOTD/
DL communicates with the GU over a
serial interface which allows the GU to
receive and transmit data so that a target
position and status communication with
a launching platform is possible during
missile flight.
nn. The GBU–54 Laser Joint Direct
Attack Munition (LJDAM) is a 500
pound JDAM which incorporates all the
capabilities of the JDAM guidance tail
kit and adds a precision laser guidance
set. The LJDAM gives the weapon
system an optional semi-active laser
guidance in addition to the Inertial
Navigation System/Global Positioning
System (INS/GPS) guidance. This
provides the optional capability to strike
moving targets. The GBU–54 consists of
a laser guidance set, KMU–572 warhead
specific tail kit, and MK–82 bomb body.
oo. The GBU–53/B Small Diameter
Bomb Increment II (SDB II) is a 250-lb
class precision-guided, semiautonomous, conventional, air-toground munition used to defeat moving
targets through adverse weather from
standoff range. The SDB II has
deployable wings and fins and uses
GPS/INS guidance, network-enabled
datalink (Link-16 and UHF), and a
multi-mode seeker (millimeter wave
radar, imaging infrared) to
autonomously search, acquire, track,
and defeat targets. The SDB II employs
a multi-effects warhead (Blast,
Fragmentation, and ShapedCharge) for
maximum lethality against armored and
soft targets. The SDB II weapon system
consists of the AUR weapon; a 4-place
common carriage system; and mission
planning system application.
pp. SDB II Guided Test Vehicles
(GTV) is an SDB II configuration used
for land or sea range-based testing of the
SDB II weapon system. The GTV has
common flight characteristics of an SDB
II AUR, but in place of the multi-effects
warhead is a Flight Termination,
Tracking, and Telemetry (FTTT)
subassembly that mirrors the AUR
multi-effects warhead’s size and mass
properties, but provides safe flight
termination, free flight tracking and
telemetry of encrypted data from the
GTV to the data receivers. The SDB II
GTV can have either inert or live fuses.
All other flight control, guidance, datalink, and seeker functions are
representative of the SDB II AUR.
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qq. SDB II Captive Carry Reliability
Test (CCRT) vehicles are an SDB II
configuration primarily used for
reliability data collection during
carriage. The CCRT has common
characteristics of an SDB II AUR but
with an inert warhead and fuze. The
CCRT has an inert mass in place of the
warhead that mimics the warhead’s
mass properties. The CCRT is a flight
capable representative of the SDB II
AUR but is not approved for release
from any aircraft. Since all other flight
control, guidance, data-link, and seeker
functions are representative of the SDB
II AUR, this configuration could be used
for any purpose where an inert round
without telemetry or termination
capability would be useful.
2. The highest level of classification of
defense articles, and services included
in this potential sale is SECRET.
3. If a technologically advanced
adversary were to obtain knowledge of
the specific hardware or 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 or advanced capabilities.
4. A determination has been made
that Switzerland 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
Switzerland.
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Type of Request: Extension.
Number of Respondents: 112,000.
Responses per Respondent: 1.
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Average Burden per Response: 70
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Needs and Uses: The information
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Dated: November 25, 2020.
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The DoD has submitted to
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Office of the Secretary
[Transmittal No. 20-34]
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: Karma Job at [email protected]
or (703) 697-8976.
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 20-34 with
attached Policy Justification and Sensitivity of Technology.
Dated: November 25, 2020.
Kayyonne T. Marston,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
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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 Switzerland.
(ii) Total Estimated Value:
Major Defense Equipment *............... $4.155 billion
Other................................... $3.297 billion
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Total................................. $7.452 billion
(iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or
Services under Consideration for Purchase:
Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
Thirty-six (36) F/A-18E Super Hornet Aircraft
Seventy-two (72) F414-GE-400 Engines (Installed)
Four (4) F/A-18F Super Hornet Aircraft
Eight (8) F414-GE-400 Engines (Installed)
Sixteen (16) F414-GE-400 Engines (Spares)
Forty-four (44) M61A2 20MM Gun Systems
Twenty-five (25) Advanced Targeting Forward-Looking Infrared
(ATFLIR)
Fifty-five (55) AN/ALR-67(V)3 Electric Warfare Countermeasures
Receiving Sets
Fifty-five (55) AN/ALQ-214 Integrated Countermeasures Systems
Forty-eight (48) Multifunctional Information Distribution Systems--
Joint Tactical Radio Systems (MIDS JTRS)
Forty-eight (48) Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing Systems (JHMCS)
Two hundred sixty-four (264) LAU-127E/A Guided Missile Launchers
Forty-eight (48) AN/AYK-29 Distributed Targeting Processor--
Networked (DTP-N)
Twenty-seven (27) Infrared Search and Track (IRST) Systems
Forty (40) AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder Tactical Missiles
Fifty (50) AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder Captive Air Training Missiles
(CATMs)
Six (6) AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder Special Air Training Missiles
(NATMs)
Four (4) AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder Tactical Guidance Units
Ten (10) AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder CATM Guidance Units
Eighteen (18) KMU-572 JDAM Guidance Kits for GBU-54
Twelve (12) Bomb MK-82 500LB, General Purpose
Twelve (12) Bomb MK-82, Inert
Twelve (12) GBU-53/B Small Diameter Bomb II (SDB II) All-Up Round
(AUR)
Eight (8) GBU-53/B SDB II Guided Test Vehicle (GTV)
Non-MDE: Also included are AN/APG-79 Active Electronically Scanned
Array (AESA) radars; High Speed Video Network (HSVN) Digital Video
Recorder (HDVR); AN/AVS-9 Night Vision Goggles (NVG); AN/AVS-11 Night
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Vision Cueing Device (NVCD); AN/ALE-47 Electronic Warfare
Countermeasures Systems; AN/ARC-210 Communication System; AN/APX-111
Combined Interrogator Transponder; AN/ALE-55 Towed Decoys; launchers
(LAU-115D/A, LAU-116B/A, LAU118A); Training Aids, Devices and Spares;
Technical Data Engineering Change Proposals; Avionics Software Support;
Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS); Data Transfer Unit (DTU);
Accurate Navigation (ANAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) Navigation;
KIV-78 Dual Channel Encryptor, Identification Friend or Foe (IFF);
Cartridge Actuated Devices/Propellant Actuated Devices (CADs/PADs);
Technical Publications; AN/PYQ-10C Simple Key Loader (SKL); Aircraft
Spares; other support equipment; Aircraft Armament Equipment (AAE);
aircraft ferry; transportation costs; other technical assistance;
engineering technical assistance; contractor engineering technical
support; logistics technical assistance; Repair of Repairables (RoR);
aircrew and maintenance training; contractor logistics support; flight
test services; Foreign Liaison Officer (FLO) support; auxiliary fuel
tanks, system integration and testing; software development/
integration; and other related elements of logistics and program
support. For AIM-9X: Containers; missile support and test equipment;
provisioning; spare and repair parts; personnel training and training
equipment; publications and technical data; and U.S. Government and
contractor technical assistance and other related logistics support.
For GBU-53/B SDB II and GBU-54: Detector Laser DSU-38A/B, Detector
Laser DSU-38A(D-2)/B, FMU-139D/B Fuze, KMU-572(D-2)/B Trainer (JDAM),
40-inch Wing Release Lanyard; GBU-53/B SDB II Weapon Load Crew Trainers
(WLCT); weapons containers; munitions support and test equipment;
spares and repair parts; repair and return support; personnel training
and training equipment; publications and technical documents; U.S.
Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support
services; and other related elements of logistical and program support.
(iv) Military Department: Navy (SZ-P-SAZ, SZ-P-LAZ, SZ-P-SBZ); Air
Force.
(SZ-D-YAD).
(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: September 30, 2020.
* As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act.
POLICY JUSTIFICATION
Switzerland--F/A-18E/F Super Hornet Aircraft and Weapons
The Government of Switzerland has requested to buy up to thirty-six
(36) F/A-18E Super Hornet aircraft; seventy-two (72) F414-GE-400
engines (installed); four (4) F/A-18F Super Hornet aircraft; eight (8)
F414-GE-400 engines (installed); sixteen (16) F414-GE-400 engines
(spares); forty-four (44) M61A2 20MM gun systems; twenty-five (25)
Advanced Targeting Forward-Looking Infrared (ATFLIR)/other targeting
pod; fifty-five (55) AN/ALR-67(V)3 Electric Warfare Countermeasures
Receiving sets; fifty-five (55) AN/ALQ-214 Integrated Countermeasures
systems; forty-eight (48) Multifunctional Information Distribution
Systems--Joint Tactical Radio Systems (MIDS-JTRS); forty-eight (48)
Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing Systems (JHMCS); two hundred sixty-four
(264) LAU-127E/A guided missile launchers; forty-eight (48) AN/AYK-29
Distributed Targeting Processor--Networked (DTP-N); twenty-seven (27)
Infrared Search and Track (IRST) systems; forty (40) AIM-9X Block II
Sidewinder tactical missiles; fifty (50) AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder
Captive Air Training Missiles (CATMs); six (6) AIM-9X Block II
Sidewinder Special Air Training Missiles (NATMs); four (4) AIM-9X Block
II Sidewinder tactical guidance units; ten (10) AIM-9X Block II
Sidewinder CATM guidance units; eighteen (18) KMU-572 JDAM Guidance
Kits for GBU-54; twelve (12) Bomb MK-82 500LB, General Purpose; twelve
(12) Bomb MK-82, Inert; twelve (12) GBU-53/B Small Diameter Bomb II
(SDB II) All-Up Round (AUR); and eight (8) GBU-53/B SDB II Guided Test
Vehicle (GTV). Also included are AN/APG-79 Active Electronically
Scanned Array (AESA) radars; High Speed Video Network (HSVN) Digital
Video Recorder (HDVR); AN/AVS-9 Night Vision Goggles (NVG); AN/AVS-11
Night Vision Cueing Device (NVCD); AN/ALE-47 Electronic Warfare
Countermeasures Systems; AN/ARC-210 Communication System; AN/APX-111
Combined Interrogator Transponder; AN/ALE-55 Towed Decoys; launchers
(LAU-115D/A, LAU-116B/A, LAU118A); Training Aids, Devices and Spares;
Technical Data Engineering Change Proposals; Avionics Software Support;
Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS); Data Transfer Unit (DTU);
Accurate Navigation (ANAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) Navigation;
KIV-78 Dual Channel Encryptor, Identification Friend or Foe (IFF);
Cartridge Actuated Devices/Propellant Actuated Devices (CADs/PADs);
Technical Publications; AN/PYQ-10C Simple Key Loader (SKL); Aircraft
Spares; other support equipment; Aircraft Armament Equipment (AAE);
aircraft ferry; transportation costs; other technical assistance;
engineering technical assistance; contractor engineering technical
support; logistics technical assistance; Repair of Repairables (RoR);
aircrew and maintenance training; contractor logistics support; flight
test services; Foreign Liaison Officer (FLO) support; auxiliary fuel
tanks, system integration and testing; software development/
integration; and other related elements of logistics and program
support. For AIM-9X: containers; missile support and test equipment;
provisioning; spare and repair parts; personnel training and training
equipment; publications and technical data; and U.S. Government and
contractor technical assistance and other related logistics support.
For GBU-53/B SDB II and GBU-54: Detector Laser DSU-38A/B, Detector
Laser DSU-38A(D-2)/B, FMU-139D/B Fuze, KMU-572(D-2)/B Trainer (JDAM),
40-inch Wing Release Lanyard; GBU-53/B SDB II Weapon Load Crew Trainers
(WLCT); weapons containers; munitions support and test equipment;
spares and repair parts; repair and return support; personnel training
and training equipment; publications and technical documents; U.S.
Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support
services; and other related elements of logistical and program support.
The total estimated cost is $7.452 billion.
This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national
security of the United States by helping to improve the security of a
friendly European nation that continues to be an important force for
political stability and economic progress in Europe.
The proposed sale will improve Switzerland's capability to meet
current and future threats. Switzerland currently operates the Boeing
F/A-18C/D, but that aircraft is reaching end-of-life and will be
replaced by the winner of Switzerland's New Fighter Aircraft
competition, for which the F/A-18E/F is being considered. The primary
missions of the aircraft and associated weapons will be policing the
airspace above Switzerland and providing national
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defense capabilities. Switzerland will have no difficulty absorbing
these aircraft into its armed forces.
The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the
basic military balance in the region.
The principal contractors will be The Boeing Company, St. Louis,
MO; Northrop Grumman, Los Angeles, CA; Raytheon Company, El Segundo,
CA; Raytheon Missile Systems Company, Tucson, AZ; General Electric,
Lynn, MA; and The Boeing Company, St. Charles, MO. This proposal is
being offered in the context of a competition. The purchaser typically
requests offsets. Any offset agreement will be defined in negotiations
between the purchaser and the contractor.
Implementation of this proposed sale will require the assignment of
six (6) additional U.S. contractor representatives to Switzerland on an
intermittent basis for a duration of the life of the case to support
delivery of the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet aircraft and provide supply
support management, inventory control, and equipment familiarization.
There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a
result, of this proposed sale.
Transmittal No. 20-34 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 F/A-18E/F Super Hornet is a single-seat and two-seat, twin
engine, multi-mission fighter/attack aircraft that can operate from
either aircraft carriers or land bases. The F/A-18E/F Super Hornet
fills a variety of roles and provides air superiority, fighter escort,
suppression of enemy air defenses, reconnaissance, forward air control,
close and deep air support, and day and night strike missions.
a. The AN/APG-79 Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) Radar
System provides the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet aircraft with all-weather,
multi-mission capability for performing Air-to-Air and Air-to-Ground
targeting and attack. Air-to-Air modes provide the capability for all-
aspect target detection, long-range search and track, automatic target
acquisition, and tracking of multiple targets. Air-to-Surface attack
modes provide high-resolution ground mapping navigation, weapon
delivery, and sensor cueing.
b. The AN/ALR-67(V)3 Electric Warfare Countermeasures Receiving Set
provides the F/A-18E/F aircrew with radar threat warnings by detecting
and evaluating friendly and hostile radar frequency threat emitters and
providing identification and status information about the emitters to
on-board Electronic Warfare (EW) equipment and the aircrew. The
Operational Flight Program (OFP) and User Data Files (UDF) used in the
AN/ALR-67(V)3 contain threat parametric data used to identify and
establish priority of detected radar emitters.
c. The AN/ALE-47 Countermeasures Dispensing System is a threat-
adaptive dispensing system that dispenses chaff, flares, and expendable
jammers for self-protection against airborne and ground-based Radio
Frequency (RF) and Infrared threats. The Operational Flight Program
(OFP) and Mission Data Files (MDF) used in the AN/ALE-47 contain
algorithms used to calculate the best defense against specific threats.
d. The AN/ALQ-214 is an advanced airborne Integrated Defensive
Electronic Countermeasures (IDECM) programmable modular automated
system capable of intercepting, identifying, processing received radar
signals (pulsed and continuous) and applying an optimum countermeasures
technique in the direction of the radar signal, thereby improving
individual aircraft probability of survival from a variety of Surface-
to-Air and Air-to-Air Radio Frequency (RF) threats. The system operates
in a standalone or Electronic Warfare (EW) suite mode. In the EW suite
mode, the AN/ALQ-214 operates in a fully coordinated mode with the
towed dispensable decoy, Radar Warning Receiver (RWR), and the onboard
radar in the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet in a coordinated, non-interference
manner sharing information for enhanced information. The AN/ALQ-214 was
designed to operate in a high-density Electromagnetic Hostile
Environment with the ability to identify and counter a wide variety of
multiple threats, including those with Doppler characteristics.
e. The AN/APX-111 Combined Interrogator/Transponder (CIT) with the
Conformal Antenna System (CAS) is a complete MARK-XII identification
system compatible with Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) Modes 1, 2,
3/A, C and 4 (secure). A single slide-in module that can be customized
to the unique cryptographic functions for a specific country provides
the systems secure mode capabilities. As a transponder, the CIT is
capable or replying to interrogation modes 1, 2, 3/A C (altitude) and
secure mode 4. The requirement is to upgrade Switzerland's Combined
Interrogator Transponder (CIT) AN/APX-111 (V) IFF system software to
implement Mode Select (Mode S) capabilities. Beginning in early 2005
EUROCONTROL mandated the civil community in Europe to transition to a
Mode S only system and for all aircraft to be compliant by 2009. The
Mode S Beacon System is a combined data link and Secondary Surveillance
Radar (SSR) system that was standardized in 1985 by the International
Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Mode S provides air surveillance
using a data link with a permanent unique aircraft address. Selective
Interrogation provides higher data integrity, reduced Radio Frequency
(RF) interference levels, increased air traffic capacity, and adds air-
to-ground data link.
f. 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. In
close combat, a pilot must currently align the aircraft to shoot at a
target. JHMCS allows the pilot to simply look at a target to shoot.
This system projects visual targeting and aircraft performance
information on the back of the helmet's visor, enabling the pilot to
monitor this information without interrupting his field of view through
the cockpit canopy, the system uses a magnetic transmitter unit fixed
to the pilot's seat and a magnetic field probe mounted on the helmet to
define helmet pointing positioning. A 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.
g. The Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS) will provide mission
planning capability for support of military aviation operations. It
will also provide support for unit-level mission planning for all
phases of military flight operations and have the capability to provide
necessary mission data for the aircrew. JMPS will support the
downloading of data to electronics data transfer devices for transfer
to aircraft and weapon systems. A JMPS for a specific aircraft type
will consist of basic planning tools called the Joint Mission Planning
Environment (JMPE) mated with a Unique Planning Component (UPC)
provided by the aircraft program. In addition, UPCs will be required
for specific weapons, communication devices, and moving map displays.
The JMPS will be tailored to the specific releasable configuration for
the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet.
h. The AN/AVS-9 Night Vision Goggles (NVG) provide imagery
sufficient for an aviator to complete
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night time missions down to starlight and extreme low light conditions.
The AN/AVS-9 is designed to satisfy the F/A-18E/F mission requirements
for covert night combat, engagement, and support. The third generation
light amplification tubes provide a high-performance, image-
intensification system for optimized F/A-18E/F night flying at terrain-
masking altitudes.
i. The AN/AVS-11 Night Vision Goggles (NVG) is capable of high
resolution imaging. This capability allows reduced visibility weapon
delivery. While the NVCD hardware is unclassified, this item requires
Enhanced End Use Monitoring (EEUM).
j. The AN/ALE-55 Towed Decoy improves aircraft survivability by
providing an enhanced, coordinated onboard/off-board countermeasure
response to enemy threats.
k. The Multifunctional Informational Distribution System (MIDS)
Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS) a secure data and voice
communication network using Link-16 architecture. The system provides
enhanced situational awareness, positive identification of participants
within the network, secure fighter-to-fighter connectivity, secure
voice capability, and ARN-118 TACAN functionality. It provides three
major functions: Air Control, Wide Area Surveillance, and Fighter-to-
Fighter. The MIDS JTRS can be used to transfer data in Air-to-Air, Air-
to-Surface, and Air-to-Ground scenarios. The MIDS Enhanced Interference
Blanking Unit (EIBU) provides validation and verification of equipment
and concept. EIBU enhances input/output signal capacity of the MIDS
JTRS and addresses parts obsolescence.
l. LAU-127E/A Guided Missile Launchers designed to enable F/A-18E/F
Super Hornet aircraft to carry and launch missiles. It provides the
electrical and mechanical interface between the missile and launch
aircraft as well as the two-way data transfer between missile and
cockpit controls and displays to support preflight orientation and
control circuits to prepare and launch the missile.
m. Accurate Navigation (ANAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) also
includes Key Loading Installation and Facility Charges. The ANAV is a
24-channel SAASM based pulse-per-second GPS receiver built for next
generation GPS technology.
n. The AN/ARC-210 Radio's Line-of-sight data transfer rates up to
80 kb/s in a 25 kHz channel creating high-speed communication of
critical situational awareness information for increased mission
effectiveness. Software that is reprogrammable in the field via Memory
Loader/Verifier Software making flexible use for multiple missions. The
AN/ARC-210 has embedded software with programmable cryptography for
secure communications.
o. AN/PYQ-10(C) is the next generation of the currently fielded AN/
CYZ-10 Data Transfer Device (DTD). The AN/PYQ-10(C) provides automated,
secure and user-friendly methods for managing and distributing
cryptographic key material, Signal Operating Instructions (SOI), and
Electronic Protection data. This course introduces some of the basic
components and activities associated with the AN/PYQ-10(C) in addition
to hands-on training. Learners will become familiar with the security
features of the SKL, practice the initial setup of the SKL, and will
receive and distribute electronic keys using the SKL.
p. KIV-78 Dual Channel Encryptor Mode 4/Mode 5 Identify Friend or
Foe (IFF) Crypto applique includes aircraft installs and initial
spares, to ensure proper identification of aircraft during coalition
efforts. The KIV-78 provides cryptographic and time-of-day services for
a Mark XIIA (Mode 4 and Mode 5) IFF Combined Interrogator/Transponder
(CIT), individual interrogator, and individual transponder.
q. Data Transfer Unit (DTU) with CRYPTO Type 1 and Ground
Encryption Device (GED). The DTU (MU-1164(C)/A) has an embedded DAR-
400EX and the GED (DI-12(C)/A) has an embedded DAR-400ES. Both versions
of the DAR-400 are type 1 devices.
r. High Speed Video Network (HSVN) Digital Video Recorder (HDVR)
with CRYPTO Type 1 and Ground Encryption Device (GED). The HDVR has an
embedded DAR-400EX and the GED has an embedded DAR-400ES. Both versions
of the DAR-400 are Type 1 devices.
s. The Advanced Targeting Forward Looking Infrared (ATFLIR)/or
other targeting pod is a multi-sensor, electro-optical targeting pod
incorporating infrared, low-light television camera, laser range
finder/target designator, and laser spot tracker. It is used to provide
navigation and targeting for military aircraft in adverse weather and
using precision-guided weapons such as laser-guided bombs. It offers
much greater target resolution and imagery accuracy than previous
systems.
t. The Infrared Search and Track (IRST) is a long wave infrared
targeting pod in an external fuel tank outer mold and carried on the
centerline station. The IRST has an upgraded infrared receiver and
processor to provide full system capability.
u. The Distributed Targeting Processor--Networked (DTP-N) will host
the geo-location capability previously resident in the DTS, providing
increased memory and speed, improving overall functionality. DTP-N
enabled geo-registration and targeting enhancements, when used in
conjunction with the advanced networking capabilities, will provide
near real-time dissemination of actionable warfighting data thereby
reducing kill chain times.
v. The M61A2 20MM Gun is a hydraulically, electrically or
pneumatically driven, six-barrel, air-cooled, electrically fired
Gatling-style rotary cannon which fires 20MM rounds at an extremely
high rate. The M61 and its derivatives have been the principal cannon
armament of United States military fixed-wing aircraft.
w. The F414-GE-400 Engine is a 22,000-pound class afterburning
turbofan engine. The engine features an axial compressor with 3 fan
stages and 7 high-pressure compressor stages, and 1 high-pressure and 1
low-pressure turbine stage. It incorporates advanced technology with
the proven design base and features a Full Authority Digital Engine
Control (FADEC) system--to provide the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet with a
durable, reliable, and easy-to-maintain engine.
x. LAU-115D/A is a rail Launcher designed to enable F/A-18E/F Super
Hornet aircraft to carry and launch missiles. The launcher is suspended
from the bomb rack on wing stations. The LAU-127 launchers may be
attached to the sides of the LAU-115 for carriage missiles.
y. LAU-116B/A Guided Missile Launchers designed to enable F/A-18E/F
Super Hornet aircraft to carry and launch missiles. Two launchers, one
left hand and one right hand, are installed in the underside of the
aircraft fuselage at stations 4 and 6. The launchers are recessed in
cavities within the aircraft fuselage, allowing the missiles to be semi
recessed for aerodynamic purposes. Both versions of the LAU-116 are
ejection launchers.
z. LAU-118A Guided Missile Launchers designed to enable F/A-18E/F
Super Hornet aircraft to carry and launch missiles. It provides the
electrical and mechanical interface between the missile and launch
aircraft, as well as the two-way data transfer between missile and
cockpit controls and displays to support preflight orientation and
control circuits to prepare and launch the missile.
aa. Cartridge Actuated Devices (CADs) are designed for the F/A-18E/
F Super Hornet as small explosive devices used
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to eject stores from launched devices, actuate other explosive systems,
or provide initiation for aircrew escape devices. Propellant Actuated
Devices (PADs) are a tool or specialized mechanized device or gas
generator system that is activated by a propellant or releases or
directs work through a propellant charge. Weapons release, aircraft
ejection, life support, and fire-suppression systems are some facets
that rely heavily on CADs and PADs.
bb. Books and Other Publications includes flight manuals, technical
manuals and support of technical data and updates, release and
distribution of classified publications for the operation and/or
maintenance of the F/A-18E/F aircraft or systems.
cc. Software provides for initial design and development of the
Electronic Warfare Software suite which encompasses AN/ALQ-214, AN/ALE-
47, ALE-55, ALR-67, as part of the System Configuration Set (SCS)
builds.
dd. Technical Data provides for the F/A-18E/F post-production of
classified test reports and other related documentation.
ee. Training Aide and Devices provides for upgraded classified
lessons, hardware and installation for the Tactical Operational Flight
Trainers (TOFT), Low Cost Trainers (LCT), Aircrew courseware and spares
for delivery and installation of Systems Configuration Sets (SCS).
ff. The AIM-9X Block II SIDEWINDER Missile is a supersonic, short-
range Air-to-Air (A/A) guided missile which employs a passive Infrared
(IR) target acquisition system, proportional navigational guidance, and
a closed-loop position servo Fin Actuator Unit (FAU). It 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. The software continues to be modified via a pre-planned
product improvement (P3I) program in order to improve its counter-
countermeasure capabilities. No software source code or algorithms will
be released.
gg. AIM-9X BLK II Captive Air Training Missile (CATM) is a flight
certified inert mass simulator with a functioning Guidance Unit (GU).
The CATM is the primary aircrew training device providing all pre-
launch functions as well as realistic aerodynamic performance that
equate to carrying a tactical missile. The CATM provides pilot training
in aerial target acquisition and use of aircraft controls/displays.
hh. AIM-9X BLK II Special Air Training Missile (NATM) is a live
flight test and training missile, with functioning GU and RM, designed
for ignition and separation. The NATM is similar to the AIM-9X BLK II
Tactical missile except the WDU-17/B Warhead is replaced with a
Telemetry Section (TM) for streaming data to a ground station during
flight and may be fired with or without a target. The telemetry cable
is previously connected between the GU and Target Detector (TD). An
Active Optical Target Detector (AOTD) and Telemetry cable is connected
between the TD and TM. The Electronic Safety and Arming Device (ESAD)
is replaced with an ESAD simulator.
ii. AIM-9X BLK II Tactical GU, WGU-57/B, provides the missile
tracking, guidance, and control signals. The GU provides counter-
countermeasures, improved reliability and maintainability over earlier
Sidewinder models. Improvements include: (1) Upgrade/redesign to the
Electronics Unit Circuit Card Assemblies, (2) a redesigned center
section harnessing, and (3) a larger capacity missile battery.
jj. AIM-9X BLK II CATM GU, WGU-57/B, is identical to the tactical
GU except the GU and Control Actuation System (CAS) batteries are inert
and the software Captive. The software switch tells the missile
processor that it is attached to a CATM and to ignore missile launch
commands. The switch also signals software to not enter abort mode
because there is no FAU connected to the GU.
kk. AIM-9X BLK II Multi-Purpose Training Missile (MPTM) is a ground
training device used to train ground personnel in aircraft loading,
sectionalization, maintenance, transportation, storage procedures, and
techniques. The missile replicates external appearance and features of
a tactical AIM-9X-2 missile. The MPTM will physically interface with
loading equipment, maintenance equipment, launchers, and test
equipment. The missile is explosively and electrically inert and is NOT
flight certified.
ll. AIM-9X BLK II Dummy Air Training Missile (DATM) is used to
train ground personnel in missile maintenance, loading, transportation,
and storage procedures. All components are completely inert. The
missile contains no programmable electrical components and is not
approved for flight.
mm. AIM-9X BLK II Active Optical Target Detector (AOTD) is newly
designed for Block II. The AOTD/Data Link (AOTD/DL) uses the latest
laser technology allowing significant increases in sensitivity, aerosol
performance, low altitude performance, and Pk (Probability of Kill).
The AOTD/DL design includes a DL for 2-way platform communication. The
AOTD/DL communicates with the GU over a serial interface which allows
the GU to receive and transmit data so that a target position and
status communication with a launching platform is possible during
missile flight.
nn. The GBU-54 Laser Joint Direct Attack Munition (LJDAM) is a 500
pound JDAM which incorporates all the capabilities of the JDAM guidance
tail kit and adds a precision laser guidance set. The LJDAM gives the
weapon system an optional semi-active laser guidance in addition to the
Inertial Navigation System/Global Positioning System (INS/GPS)
guidance. This provides the optional capability to strike moving
targets. The GBU-54 consists of a laser guidance set, KMU-572 warhead
specific tail kit, and MK-82 bomb body.
oo. The GBU-53/B Small Diameter Bomb Increment II (SDB II) is a
250-lb class precision-guided, semi-autonomous, conventional, air-to-
ground munition used to defeat moving targets through adverse weather
from standoff range. The SDB II has deployable wings and fins and uses
GPS/INS guidance, network-enabled datalink (Link-16 and UHF), and a
multi-mode seeker (millimeter wave radar, imaging infrared) to
autonomously search, acquire, track, and defeat targets. The SDB II
employs a multi-effects warhead (Blast, Fragmentation, and
ShapedCharge) for maximum lethality against armored and soft targets.
The SDB II weapon system consists of the AUR weapon; a 4-place common
carriage system; and mission planning system application.
pp. SDB II Guided Test Vehicles (GTV) is an SDB II configuration
used for land or sea range-based testing of the SDB II weapon system.
The GTV has common flight characteristics of an SDB II AUR, but in
place of the multi-effects warhead is a Flight Termination, Tracking,
and Telemetry (FTTT) subassembly that mirrors the AUR multi-effects
warhead's size and mass properties, but provides safe flight
termination, free flight tracking and telemetry of encrypted data from
the GTV to the data receivers. The SDB II GTV can have either inert or
live fuses. All other flight control, guidance, data-link, and seeker
functions are representative of the SDB II AUR.
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qq. SDB II Captive Carry Reliability Test (CCRT) vehicles are an
SDB II configuration primarily used for reliability data collection
during carriage. The CCRT has common characteristics of an SDB II AUR
but with an inert warhead and fuze. The CCRT has an inert mass in place
of the warhead that mimics the warhead's mass properties. The CCRT is a
flight capable representative of the SDB II AUR but is not approved for
release from any aircraft. Since all other flight control, guidance,
data-link, and seeker functions are representative of the SDB II AUR,
this configuration could be used for any purpose where an inert round
without telemetry or termination capability would be useful.
2. The highest level of classification of defense articles, and
services included in this potential sale is SECRET.
3. If a technologically advanced adversary were to obtain knowledge
of the specific hardware or 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 or
advanced capabilities.
4. A determination has been made that Switzerland 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 Switzerland.
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