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additional two (2) Embedded Global
Positioning System/Inertial Navigation
System (GPS/INS) (EGI) with SAASM or
M-code capability; and six (6) AN/APY–
8 Lynx Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR)
and Ground Moving Target Indicator
(GMTI) systems. Also included are
Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) 4500
Electronic Intelligence (ELINT) Systems;
Remotely Operated Video Enhanced
Receiver (ROVER) 6Sx systems and
Video Dissemination Links (VDL);
Digital Datalink Encryptors; Automatic
Information System Transponders;
KOR–24A tactical airborne radios; and
portable pre/post-flight equipment; as
well as additional units of the following:
MX–20 Multi-Spectral Targeting
Systems; SeaVue Maritime Multi-Role
patrol radars; SAGE 750 Electronic
Surveillance Measures (ESM) systems;
C-Band Line-of-Sight (LOS) ground data
terminals; Honeywell TPE–331–10GD
turboprop engines; M6000 UHF/VHF
radios; cryptographic and IFF
equipment; and Simple Key Loaders.
This transmittal further notifies the
following non-MDE items that were
inadvertently omitted from the original
notification: Due Regard Radars (DRR);
and KY–100M narrowband/wideband
cryptographic devices. The estimated
total value of the additional items is
$152 million. The total estimated MDE
value will increase by $14 million to
$167 million. The estimated total case
value will increase to $752 million.
(iv) Significance: The proposed sale
will improve the recipient’s capability
to meet current and future threats by
providing timely Intelligence,
Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR),
target acquisition, and counter-land,
counter-sea, and anti-submarine strike
capabilities for its security and defense.
(v) Justification: This proposed sale
serves U.S. national, economic, and
security interests by supporting the
recipient’s continuing efforts to
modernize its armed forces and to
maintain a credible defensive capability.
The proposed sale will help improve the
security of the recipient and assist in
maintaining political stability, military
balance, and economic progress in the
region.
(vi) Sensitivity of Technology:
The Embedded Global Positioning
System/Inertial Navigation System
(GPS/INS) (EGI) with Selective
Availability Anti-Spoofing Module
(SAASM)—or M-Code receiver when
available—and Precise Positioning
Service (PPS) is a self-contained
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navigation system that provides
information on the following:
acceleration, velocity, position, attitude,
platform azimuth, magnetic and true
heading, altitude, body angular rates,
time tags, and coordinated universal
time (UTC) synchronized time. SAASM
or M-Code enables the GPS receiver
access to the encrypted P(Y) code or M
code signal, providing protection
against active spoofing attacks.
The AN/APY–8 Lynx Synthetic
Aperture Radar (SAR) and Ground
Moving Target Indicator (GMTI) system
provides all-weather surveillance,
tracking and targeting for military and
commercial customers from manned
and unmanned vehicles.
The Due Regard Radar (DRR) is a
collision avoidance air-to-air radar
comprised of a two-panel Active
Electronically Scanned Array (AESA)
antenna and a Radar Electronics
Assembly (REA) that give the UAS pilot
the ability to detect and track aircraft
across the same Field-of-View (FOV) as
a manned aircraft. AESA technology
allows the DRR to track multiple targets
while simultaneously continuing to
scan for new aircraft.
The KY–100Ms provide encryption to
enable secure voice communications
over the MQ–9B’s radios.
The SNC 4500E ELINT system is used
to detect, identify, and locate various
radar emitters and provide the collected
data to operational users for further
analysis and exploitation.
The L3 Harris ROVER 6Sx/6Si
transceiver provides real-time, fullmotion video (FMV) and other network
data for situational awareness, targeting,
battle damage assessment, surveillance,
relay, convoy over-watch operations and
other situations where eyes-on-target are
required. It provides expanded
frequencies and additional processing
resources from previous ROVER
versions, allowing increased levels of
collaboration and interoperability with
numerous manned and unmanned
airborne platforms.
The Automatic Identification System
(AIS) Transponder provides the ability
to track & identify AIS-equipped
maritime vessels over VHF.
The Digital Datalink Encryptors
provide NSA Type-1 encryption for
each High Data Rate (HDR) datalink.
The MQ–9B system utilizes multiple
independent datalinks to provide
communications between the Ground
Control Station and the aircraft.
The KOR–24A Small Tactical
Terminal (STT) is a two channel,
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software defined, small form factor Link
16 radio. The STT provides high
assurance secure communications.
The Portable Pre-flight/Post-flight
Equipment (P3E) is used by the ground
crew at the MQ–9B operating sites to
interface with the aircraft for performing
maintenance functions. The P3E is a
ruggedized computer assembly that
interfaces directly with the aircraft via
a cable and provides functionality for
conducting pre and post-flight checks,
and to establish the aircraft on the
SATCOM datalink for handover to the
flight crew in the Ground Control
Station.
The Sensitivity of Technology
Statement contained in the original
notification applies to additional items
reported here.
The highest level of classification of
defense articles, components, and
services included in this potential sale
is SECRET.
(vii) Date Report Delivered to
Congress: June 8, 2023
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Office of the Secretary
[Transmittal No. 23–35]
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:
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Pamela Young at (703) 953–6092,
pamela.a.young14.civ@mail.mil, or
dsca.ncr.rsrcmgmt.list.cns-mbx@
mail.mil.
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 with attached
Transmittal 23–35, Policy Justification,
and Sensitivity of Technology.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Dated: October 2, 2024.
Aaron T. Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison
Officer, Department of Defense.
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DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION AGENCY
2800 DefenM Pentagon
Washinston, CC 20301,.2800
May24.2023
The Honorable Kevin McCarthy
Speaker of the House
U.S. House of Representatives
H-209, The Capitol
Wasi\ington, DC 20515
Dear Mr. Speaker.
Pursuant to the reporting requ.i:rernems of Section J6(b)(l) of1he Arms Export Control
Ad, as amended, we are furwarding herewith Transmittal No. 23-35, concerning the Army}s
proposed Letter(s) of Offer and Acceptance to the Oovemment of Ukraine for defense articles
amd senices estimated to cost S28S million.
We will issue a news release to notify the public of
this proposed sale upon delivery of this letter to your office.
Transmittal No. 23–35
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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 Ukraine
(ii) Total Estimated Value:
Major Defense Equipment * ..
Other ......................................
$30 million
$255 million
TOTAL ...............................
$285 million
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Funding Source: National Funds.
(iii) Description and Quantity or
Quantities of Articles or Services under
Consideration for Purchase: The
Government of Ukraine has requested to
buy the National Advanced Surface-toAir Missile System (NASAMS), that
includes:
Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
One (1) AN/MPQ–64F1 Sentinel
Radar
Non-MDE:
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Also included are a Fire Distribution
Center (FDC); canister launchers,
secure communications, GPS
receivers, code loaders, and cable
sets; tool kits; test equipment;
support equipment; prime movers;
generators; technical
documentation; spare parts; U.S.
Government and contractor
technical support; and other related
elements of logistics and program
support.
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Enclosures:
1. Transmittal
2. Policy Justification
3. Sensitivity ofTeohoology
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(iv) Military Department: Army (JU–
B–UAC)
(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: May 24, 2023
* As defined in Section 47(6) of the
Arms Export Control Act.
POLICY JUSTIFICATION
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Ukraine—National Advanced Surfaceto-Air Missile System (NASAMS)
The Government of Ukraine has
requested to buy the National Advanced
Surface-to-Air Missile System
(NASAMS), that includes: one (1) AN/
MPQ–64F1 Sentinel Radar. Also
included are a Fire Distribution Center
(FDC); canister launchers, secure
communications, GPS receivers, code
loaders, and cable sets; tool kits; test
equipment; support equipment; prime
movers; generators; technical
documentation; spare parts; U.S.
Government and contractor technical
support; and other related elements of
logistics and program support. The total
estimated cost is $285 million.
This proposed sale will support the
foreign policy goals and national
security objectives of the United States
by improving the security of a partner
country that is a force for political
stability and economic progress in
Europe.
Ukraine has an urgent need to
increase its capabilities to defend
against Russian missile strikes and
aircraft. Acquiring and effectively
deploying this capability will enhance
Ukraine’s ability to defend its people
and protect critical national
infrastructure.
The proposed sale of this equipment
and support will not alter the basic
military balance in the region.
The principal contractor will be
Raytheon Missiles and Defense, Tucson,
AZ. 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 Ukraine.
There will be no adverse impact on
U.S. defense readiness as a result of this
proposed sale.
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Transmittal No. 23–35
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. National Advanced Surface-to-Air
Missile System (NASAMS) Medium
Range Air Defense System (MRADS)
Description. This is a System of Systems
(SOS) consisting of the Sentinel Radar,
the Fire Distribution Center (FDC), the
AIM–120 Advanced Medium Range Airto-Air Missile (AMRAAM), the AIM–
120 Extended Range Missile
(AMRAAM–ER), and the AIM–9X
Missile. The NASAMS MRADS is
designed for mid-range air defense and
can be deployed to engage fixed wing
and rotary wing aircraft, cruise missiles,
and unmanned aerial systems (UASs).
The NASAMS MRADS is not a Program
of Record (POR) for the U.S. Department
of Defense, but the SOS architecture
does consist of several PORs: the U.S.
Army’s AN/MPQ–64 Sentinel radar, the
U.S. Air Force’s AIM–120 AMRAAM
missile, and the U.S. Navy’s AIM–9X
Missile. The NASAMS is comprised of
both U.S.- and Norwegian-manufactured
components. Norwegian components
will be procured by the Raytheon
Company. Norwegian involvement will
be managed by Raytheon using export
authorizations received from the U.S.
Department of State.
2. NASAMS Fire Unit (FU). Consists
of one fire distribution center (FDC); one
AN/MPQ–64F1surveillance, acquisition,
and tracking radar; three truck-mounted
Canister Launchers (LCHR); and the
High Mobility Launcher (HML).
3. Fire Distribution Center (FDC). The
command & control entity, FDC, is the
major operator interface in NASAMS. It
provides all command-and-control
functionality necessary to effectively
conduct Air Defense missions, both in a
stand-alone configuration as well as in
a netted configuration integrated with
other units. The FDC interfaces and
controls the AN/MPQ–64F1 Sentinel
radar and the Canister and High
Mobility-Launchers. The FDC also
interfaces (voice and data) to the
national command and control
structure.
4. AN/MPQ–64F1 Sentinel Radar.
This is the organic mobile Air Defense
acquisition and tracking sensor for the
United States Army. Sentinel provides
persistent air surveillance and fire
control quality data through commandand-control systems to defeat UAS,
cruise missiles, and fixed-wing and
rotary-wing aircraft threats.
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5. Canister Launcher (CLS). Purpose is
to transport, aim, and fire the U.S. Air
Force AMRAAM, AMRAAM–ER, and
the U.S. Navy AIM–9X Sidewinder
missiles. Under the remote control of
the FDC, the launcher permits rapid
launching of one or more missiles
against single or multiple targets and
can support 6 engagements
simultaneously. The launcher provides
360-degree, all weather, day and night,
missile launch capability.
6. The highest level of classification of
defense articles, components, and
services included in this potential sale
is SECRET.
7. If a technologically advanced
adversary were to obtain knowledge of
the specific hardware and software
elements, the information could be used
to develop countermeasures that might
reduce weapon system effectiveness or
be used in the development of a system
with similar or advanced capabilities.
8. A determination has been made
that Ukraine 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.
9. All defense articles and services
listed in this transmittal have been
authorized for release and export to the
Government of Ukraine.
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Office of the Secretary
[Transmittal No. 23–0I]
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:
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Pamela Young at (703) 953–6092,
pamela.a.young14.civ@mail.mil, or
dsca.ncr.rsrcmgmt.list.cns-mbx@
mail.mil.
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 23–0I.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Office of the Secretary
[Transmittal No. 23-35]
Arms Sales Notification
AGENCY: Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense
(DoD).
ACTION: Arms sales notice.
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SUMMARY: The DoD is publishing the unclassified text of an arms sales
notification.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Pamela Young at (703) 953-6092,
[email protected], or [email protected].
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 with attached Transmittal 23-
35, Policy Justification, and Sensitivity of Technology.
Dated: October 2, 2024.
Aaron T. Siegel,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
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Transmittal No. 23-35
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 Ukraine
(ii) Total Estimated Value:
Major Defense Equipment *................ $30 million
Other.................................... $255 million
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TOTAL.................................. $285 million
Funding Source: National Funds.
(iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or
Services under Consideration for Purchase: The Government of Ukraine
has requested to buy the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile
System (NASAMS), that includes:
Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
One (1) AN/MPQ-64F1 Sentinel Radar
Non-MDE:
Also included are a Fire Distribution Center (FDC); canister
launchers, secure communications, GPS receivers, code loaders, and
cable sets; tool kits; test equipment; support equipment; prime movers;
generators; technical documentation; spare parts; U.S. Government and
contractor technical support; and other related elements of logistics
and program support.
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(iv) Military Department: Army (JU-B-UAC)
(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: May 24, 2023
* As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act.
POLICY JUSTIFICATION
Ukraine--National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS)
The Government of Ukraine has requested to buy the National
Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS), that includes: one (1)
AN/MPQ-64F1 Sentinel Radar. Also included are a Fire Distribution
Center (FDC); canister launchers, secure communications, GPS receivers,
code loaders, and cable sets; tool kits; test equipment; support
equipment; prime movers; generators; technical documentation; spare
parts; U.S. Government and contractor technical support; and other
related elements of logistics and program support. The total estimated
cost is $285 million.
This proposed sale will support the foreign policy goals and
national security objectives of the United States by improving the
security of a partner country that is a force for political stability
and economic progress in Europe.
Ukraine has an urgent need to increase its capabilities to defend
against Russian missile strikes and aircraft. Acquiring and effectively
deploying this capability will enhance Ukraine's ability to defend its
people and protect critical national infrastructure.
The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the
basic military balance in the region.
The principal contractor will be Raytheon Missiles and Defense,
Tucson, AZ. 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 Ukraine.
There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a
result of this proposed sale.
Transmittal No. 23-35
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. National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS) Medium
Range Air Defense System (MRADS) Description. This is a System of
Systems (SOS) consisting of the Sentinel Radar, the Fire Distribution
Center (FDC), the AIM-120 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile
(AMRAAM), the AIM-120 Extended Range Missile (AMRAAM-ER), and the AIM-
9X Missile. The NASAMS MRADS is designed for mid-range air defense and
can be deployed to engage fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft, cruise
missiles, and unmanned aerial systems (UASs). The NASAMS MRADS is not a
Program of Record (POR) for the U.S. Department of Defense, but the SOS
architecture does consist of several PORs: the U.S. Army's AN/MPQ-64
Sentinel radar, the U.S. Air Force's AIM-120 AMRAAM missile, and the
U.S. Navy's AIM-9X Missile. The NASAMS is comprised of both U.S.- and
Norwegian-manufactured components. Norwegian components will be
procured by the Raytheon Company. Norwegian involvement will be managed
by Raytheon using export authorizations received from the U.S.
Department of State.
2. NASAMS Fire Unit (FU). Consists of one fire distribution center
(FDC); one AN/MPQ-64F1surveillance, acquisition, and tracking radar;
three truck-mounted Canister Launchers (LCHR); and the High Mobility
Launcher (HML).
3. Fire Distribution Center (FDC). The command & control entity,
FDC, is the major operator interface in NASAMS. It provides all
command-and-control functionality necessary to effectively conduct Air
Defense missions, both in a stand-alone configuration as well as in a
netted configuration integrated with other units. The FDC interfaces
and controls the AN/MPQ-64F1 Sentinel radar and the Canister and High
Mobility-Launchers. The FDC also interfaces (voice and data) to the
national command and control structure.
4. AN/MPQ-64F1 Sentinel Radar. This is the organic mobile Air
Defense acquisition and tracking sensor for the United States Army.
Sentinel provides persistent air surveillance and fire control quality
data through command-and-control systems to defeat UAS, cruise
missiles, and fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft threats.
5. Canister Launcher (CLS). Purpose is to transport, aim, and fire
the U.S. Air Force AMRAAM, AMRAAM-ER, and the U.S. Navy AIM-9X
Sidewinder missiles. Under the remote control of the FDC, the launcher
permits rapid launching of one or more missiles against single or
multiple targets and can support 6 engagements simultaneously. The
launcher provides 360-degree, all weather, day and night, missile
launch capability.
6. The highest level of classification of defense articles,
components, and services included in this potential sale is SECRET.
7. If a technologically advanced adversary were to obtain knowledge
of the specific hardware and software elements, the information could
be used to develop countermeasures that might reduce weapon system
effectiveness or be used in the development of a system with similar or
advanced capabilities.
8. A determination has been made that Ukraine 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.
9. All defense articles and services listed in this transmittal
have been authorized for release and export to the Government of
Ukraine.
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