Arms Sales Notification, 41405-41407 [2024-10385]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 93 / Monday, May 13, 2024 / Notices Transmittal No. 22–09 Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act Annex lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 Item No. vii (vii) Sensitivity of Technology: 1. The MH–60R Multi-Mission Helicopter focuses primarily on antisubmarine and anti-surface warfare missions. The MH–60R carries several sensors and data links to enhance its ability to work in a network centric battle group and as an extension of its home ship/main operating base. The mission equipment subsystem consists of the following sensors and subsystems: an acoustics systems consisting of a dipping sonar and sonobuoys, Multi-Mode Radar (MMR) with integral Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) interrogator, Radios with COMSEC, Electronic Support Measures (ESM), Integrated Self-Defense (ISD), and Multi-Spectral Targeting System (MTS). The aircraft processes sensor data onboard, and transmits data via Common Data Link (CDL) (also referred to as Hawklink). The aircraft is night vision compatible. It can carry AGM– 114A/B/K/N Hellfire missiles to engage surface and sub-surface targets. a. The AGM–114 Hellfire missile is an air-to-surface missile with a multimission, multi-target, precision strike capability. The Hellfire can be launched from multiple air platforms and is the primary precision weapon for the United States Army. b. Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) laser guided rocket to counter the fast attack craft and fast inshore attack craft threat. c. Communications security (COMSEC) devices contain sensitive encryption algorithms and keying material. d. Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) (KIV–78) contains embedded security devices containing sensitive encryption algorithms and keying material. e. GPS/PPS/SAASM—Global Positioning System (GPS) provides a VerDate Sep<11>2014 21:33 May 10, 2024 Jkt 262001 space-based Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) that has reliable location and time information in all weather and at all times and anywhere on or near the earth when and where there is an unobstructed line of sight to four or more GPS satellites. Selective Availability/Anti-Spoofing Module (SAASM) (AN/PSN–11) is used by military GPS receivers to allow decryption of precision GPS coordinates. In addition, the GPS Antenna System (GAS–1) provides protection from enemy manipulation of the GPS system. f. Acoustics algorithms are used to process dipping sonar and sonobuoy data for target tracking and for the Acoustics Mission Planner (AMP), which is a tactical aid employed to optimize the deployment of sonobuoys and the dipping sonar. g. The AN/APS–153 multi-mode radar with an integrated IFF and Inverse Synthetic Aperture (ISAR) provides target surveillance/detection capability. h. The AN/ALQ–210 (ESM) system identifies the location of an emitter. i. The AN/AAS–44C(V) MultiSpectral Targeting System (MTS) operates in day/night and adverse weather conditions. Imagery is provided by a Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) sensor, a color/monochrome day television (DTV) camera, and a LowLight TV (LLTV). j. Ultra High Frequency/Very High Frequency (UHF/VHF) Radios (ARC– 210) contain embedded sensitive encryption algorithms and keying material. k. Advanced Data Transfer System (ADTS) with Type 1 encryption for data at rest. l. Satellite Communications Demand Assigned Multiple Access (SATCOM DAMA), which provides increased, interoperable communications capabilities with U.S. forces. 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 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 41405 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 Spain 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 the Government of Spain. [FR Doc. 2024–10386 Filed 5–10–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Transmittal No. 22–0C] Arms Sales Notification Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense (DoD). ACTION: Arms sales notice. AGENCY: The DoD is publishing the unclassified text of an arms sales notification. SUMMARY: Neil Hedlund at neil.g.hedlund.civ@mail.mil or (703) 697–9214. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This 36(b)(5)(C) 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 with attached Transmittal 22–0C. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dated: May 8, 2024. Aaron T. Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. E:\FR\FM\13MYN1.SGM 13MYN1 41406 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 93 / Monday, May 13, 2024 / Notices DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION AGENCY 20t t2m STREET SOUTH, SUlTE 101 ARLINGTON, VA 22202-5408 February 18, 2022 TheHonol'.'able Nancy Pelosi Speaker ofthe House u,s;.HouseofRepresentatives H-209l The·Capitol Washington; DC 20515 Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuan.fto the reporting requirements ofSectfon j6(b)(S)(C) of the Arms :Export Control Act(AECA), as amended; we are forwarding TroosmittalNo. 22~oc. This notification relates to enhancements or upgrades from the level of sensitivity of technology or capability described in the Section 36(b)(l )AECA c¢rtification 2~35 ofSeptember 30f 2020. Sincerely, Transmittal No. 22–0C lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 Report of Enhancement or Upgrade of Sensitivity of Technology or Capability (Sec. 36(B)(5)(C), AECA) (i) Purchaser: Government of Switzerland (ii) Sec. 36(b)(1), AECA Transmittal No.: 20–35 Date: September 30, 2020 Implementing Agency: Air Force, Navy (iii) Description: On September 30, 2020, Congress was notified by Congressional certification transmittal number 20–35 of the possible sale, under Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms VerDate Sep<11>2014 21:33 May 10, 2024 Jkt 262001 Export Control Act, of up to forty (40) F–35 Joint Strike Fighter Conventional Take Off and Landing (CTOL) aircraft; forty-six (46) Pratt & Whitney F–135 engines; forty (40) Sidewinder AIM–9X Block II+ (Plus) Tactical Missiles; fifty (50) Sidewinder AIM–9X Block II Captive Air Training Missiles (CATMs); six (6) Sidewinder AIM–9X Block II Special Air Training Missiles (NATMS); four (4) Sidewinder AIM–9X Block II Tactical Guidance Units; ten (10) Sidewinder AIM–9X Block II 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– PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 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 Electronic Warfare Systems; Command, Control, Communications, Computer and Intelligence/Communications, Navigational, and Identification (C4I/ CNI); Autonomic Logistics Global Support System (ALGS); Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS); Full Mission Trainer; Weapons Employment Capability and other Subsystems, Features, and Capabilities; F–35 unique infrared flares; reprogramming center access; F–35 E:\FR\FM\13MYN1.SGM 13MYN1 EN13MY24.122</GPH> :Enclosures: 1. Transmittal Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 93 / Monday, May 13, 2024 / Notices lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 Performance Based Logistics; software development/integration; flight test instrumentation; aircraft ferry and tanker support; 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); Cartridge, 25 mm PGU–23/U; weapons containers; aircraft and munitions support and test equipment; communications 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 was $6.58 billion. Major Defense Equipment (MDE) constituted $4.08 billion of this total. On December 4, 2020, Congress was notified by Congressional certification transmittal number 0B–21 of a clarification of eighteen (18) FMU– 139D/B Fuzes as MDE items. This transmittal further reported a clarification of the description for AIM– 9X Guidance Units from ‘‘four (4) Sidewinder AIM–9X Block II Tactical Guidance Units’’ to ‘‘four (4) Sidewinder AIM–9X Block II+ (plus) Tactical Guidance Units.’’ The total VerDate Sep<11>2014 21:33 May 10, 2024 Jkt 262001 MDE remained $4.08 billion. The total case value remained $6.58 billion. This transmittal reports an extension of operation and sustainment costs for Switzerland’s F–35 (non-MDE articles and services). There is no additional MDE being reported with this notification; as such, the total MDE value remains $4.08 billion. The total cost of the new non-MDE articles and services is $1.95 billion. The total case value will increase to $8.53 billion. (iv) Significance: This notification is provided due to the increased costs associated with the request for a longer period of Operations and Sustainment costs, as modified by the Swiss government from their original request. (v) Justification: 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. (vi) Sensitivity of Technology: The Sensitivity of Technology Statement contained in the original notification applies to articles and services here. (vii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: February 18, 2022. [FR Doc. 2024–10385 Filed 5–10–24; 8:45 am] DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Transmittal No. 21–59] Arms Sales Notification Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense (DoD). AGENCY: ACTION: Arms sales notice. The DoD is publishing the unclassified text of an arms sales notification. SUMMARY: Neil Hedlund at neil.g.hedlund.civ@mail.mil or (703) 697–9214. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: 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 21–59 with attached Policy Justification. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Dated: May 8, 2024. Aaron T. Siegel, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 41407 E:\FR\FM\13MYN1.SGM 13MYN1

Agencies

[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 93 (Monday, May 13, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 41405-41407]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2024-10385]


-----------------------------------------------------------------------

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Office of the Secretary

[Transmittal No. 22-0C]


Arms Sales Notification

AGENCY: Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense 
(DoD).

ACTION: Arms sales notice.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------

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

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Neil Hedlund at 
[email protected] or (703) 697-9214.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This 36(b)(5)(C) 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 with attached Transmittal 22-
0C.

    Dated: May 8, 2024.
Aaron T. Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.

[[Page 41406]]

[GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TN13MY24.122

Transmittal No. 22-0C
Report of Enhancement or Upgrade of Sensitivity of Technology or 
Capability (Sec. 36(B)(5)(C), AECA)
    (i) Purchaser: Government of Switzerland
    (ii) Sec. 36(b)(1), AECA Transmittal No.: 20-35
    Date: September 30, 2020
    Implementing Agency: Air Force, Navy
    (iii) Description: On September 30, 2020, Congress was notified by 
Congressional certification transmittal number 20-35 of the possible 
sale, under Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act, of up to 
forty (40) F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Conventional Take Off and Landing 
(CTOL) aircraft; forty-six (46) Pratt & Whitney F-135 engines; forty 
(40) Sidewinder AIM-9X Block II+ (Plus) Tactical Missiles; fifty (50) 
Sidewinder AIM-9X Block II Captive Air Training Missiles (CATMs); six 
(6) Sidewinder AIM-9X Block II Special Air Training Missiles (NATMS); 
four (4) Sidewinder AIM-9X Block II Tactical Guidance Units; ten (10) 
Sidewinder AIM-9X Block II 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 Electronic Warfare 
Systems; Command, Control, Communications, Computer and Intelligence/
Communications, Navigational, and Identification (C4I/CNI); Autonomic 
Logistics Global Support System (ALGS); Autonomic Logistics Information 
System (ALIS); Full Mission Trainer; Weapons Employment Capability and 
other Subsystems, Features, and Capabilities; F-35 unique infrared 
flares; reprogramming center access; F-35

[[Page 41407]]

Performance Based Logistics; software development/integration; flight 
test instrumentation; aircraft ferry and tanker support; 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); Cartridge, 25 mm PGU-23/U; weapons 
containers; aircraft and munitions support and test equipment; 
communications 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 was $6.58 
billion. Major Defense Equipment (MDE) constituted $4.08 billion of 
this total.
    On December 4, 2020, Congress was notified by Congressional 
certification transmittal number 0B-21 of a clarification of eighteen 
(18) FMU-139D/B Fuzes as MDE items. This transmittal further reported a 
clarification of the description for AIM-9X Guidance Units from ``four 
(4) Sidewinder AIM-9X Block II Tactical Guidance Units'' to ``four (4) 
Sidewinder AIM-9X Block II+ (plus) Tactical Guidance Units.'' The total 
MDE remained $4.08 billion. The total case value remained $6.58 
billion.
    This transmittal reports an extension of operation and sustainment 
costs for Switzerland's F-35 (non-MDE articles and services). There is 
no additional MDE being reported with this notification; as such, the 
total MDE value remains $4.08 billion. The total cost of the new non-
MDE articles and services is $1.95 billion. The total case value will 
increase to $8.53 billion.
    (iv) Significance: This notification is provided due to the 
increased costs associated with the request for a longer period of 
Operations and Sustainment costs, as modified by the Swiss government 
from their original request.
    (v) Justification: 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.
    (vi) Sensitivity of Technology: The Sensitivity of Technology 
Statement contained in the original notification applies to articles 
and services here.
    (vii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: February 18, 2022.

[FR Doc. 2024-10385 Filed 5-10-24; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 6001-FR-P
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.