Arms Sales Notification, 88039-88041 [2024-25820]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 215 / Wednesday, November 6, 2024 / Notices khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES national security of the United States by helping to improve the security of a North Atlantic Treaty Organization Ally that is an important force for ensuring peace and stability in Europe. (vi) Sensitivity of Technology: The Javelin Weapon System is comprised of two major tactical components, which are a reusable Light Weight Command Launch Unit (LWCLU) and a round contained in a disposable launch tube assembly. The Light Weight Command Launch Unit has been identified as Major Defense Equipment (MDE). The LWCLU incorporates an integrated day-night sight that provides a target engagement capability in adverse weather and countermeasure environments. The LWCLU may also be used in a standalone mode for battlefield surveillance and target detection. The LWCLU’s thermal sight is a 3rd generation Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) sensor. To facilitate initial loading and subsequent updating of software, all on- VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:22 Nov 05, 2024 Jkt 265001 board missile software is uploaded via the LWCLU after mating and prior to launch. The Sensitivity of Technology Statement contained in the original notification applies to other 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: September 20, 2023 [FR Doc. 2024–25824 Filed 11–5–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Transmittal No. 23–42] Arms Sales Notification Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense (DoD). AGENCY: PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 ACTION: 88039 Arms sales notice. 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 23–42, and Policy Justification. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Dated: November 1, 2024. Stephanie J. Bost, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P E:\FR\FM\06NON1.SGM 06NON1 88040 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 215 / Wednesday, November 6, 2024 / Notices DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION AGENCY 2100 Defenae Pentagon Wastitngton,. DC 20301•2800 SEP 2 o 2023 •The Honorable Kevin McCarthy Speaker of the House U.S. House of Representatives H-209, The Capitol Washington, DC 2051 S .Dear.Mr. Speaker: Pursuant to the reporting requirements ofSecti.on 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act, as amended; we are forwarding herewith Transmittal No. 2342, concerning the Anny's proposed Letter(s) of Offer and Acceptance to the Government of Ku.wait for defense articles and senrices estimated to cost $1 SO million. We will issue a news .release to notify the public of this proposed sale upon. delivery of this letter to your office, Sincerelyt ~a-~ James A. Hurseh Director Enclosures: I. Transmittal 2. Policy Justification 3. Sensitivity of Technology BILLING CODE 6001–FR–C khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES Transmittal No. 23–42 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 Kuwait (ii) Total Estimated Value: Major Defense Equipment * VerDate Sep<11>2014 $ 16:22 Nov 05, 2024 0 million Jkt 265001 Other ................................... $150 million Total ................................. $150 million Funding Source: National Funds (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or Services under Consideration for Purchase: Major Defense Equipment (MDE): None Non-MDE: PO 00000 Frm 00042 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 The Government of Kuwait has requested the replacement of expiring limited life components and certifications testing in order to support an operational life of thirty (30) years for Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC–3) missiles. Included in this potential sale are: test and repair of PAC–3 missiles; stockpile reliability testing and field E:\FR\FM\06NON1.SGM 06NON1 EN06NO24.005</GPH> 4. Regional Balance (Classified document provided under separate cover) Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 215 / Wednesday, November 6, 2024 / Notices returns; repair and return of classified and unclassified PAC–3 missile items and ground support equipment (GSE) component level parts; replenishment of classified and unclassified missile spares, GSE spares, and seeker spares; tools to improve the turnaround time of the repair and recertification efforts; air transportation services for missile processing; U.S. Government and contractor technical and logistics support; training devices; organizational equipment; support equipment; test equipment; technical data and publications; personnel training and training equipment; and other related elements of logistics and program support. (iv) Military Department: Army (KU– B–UYK) (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: KU–B– UMI (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: None (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: September 20, 2023 * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act. POLICY JUSTIFICATION khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES Kuwait—Repair and Recertification of Patriot Advanced Capability-3 Missiles The Government of Kuwait has requested the replacement of expiring limited life components and certifications testing in order to support an operational life of thirty (30) years for Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC–3) missiles. Included in this potential sale are: test and repair of PAC–3 missiles; stockpile reliability testing and field returns; repair and return of classified and unclassified PAC–3 missile items and ground support equipment (GSE) component level parts; replenishment of classified and unclassified missile spares, GSE spares, and seeker spares; tools to improve the turnaround time of the repair and recertification efforts; air transportation services for missile processing; U.S. Government and contractor technical and logistics support; training devices; organizational equipment; support equipment; test equipment; technical data and publications; personnel training and training equipment; and other related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated total cost is $150 million. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:22 Nov 05, 2024 Jkt 265001 objectives of the United States (U.S.) by helping to improve the infrastructure of a Major Non-NATO ally that has been an important force for political stability and economic progress in the Middle East. This proposed sale will improve Kuwait’s capability to sustain their missile density and ensure readiness for air operations. Kuwait will use this capability as a deterrent to regional threats and to strengthen homeland defense. Kuwait will have no difficulty absorbing this infrastructure, support, and associated services into its armed forces. The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The principal contractor will be the Lockheed Martin Corporation, Camden, Arkansas. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. 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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 215 (Wednesday, November 6, 2024)]
[Notices]
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[FR Doc No: 2024-25820]


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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Office of the Secretary

[Transmittal No. 23-42]


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-
42, and Policy Justification.

    Dated: November 1, 2024.
Stephanie J. Bost,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
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Transmittal No. 23-42
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 Kuwait
    (ii) Total Estimated Value:

Major Defense Equipment *...............  $ 0 million
Other...................................  $150 million
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  Total.................................  $150 million
 

    Funding Source: National Funds
    (iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or 
Services under Consideration for Purchase:

Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
    None
Non-MDE:
    The Government of Kuwait has requested the replacement of expiring 
limited life components and certifications testing in order to support 
an operational life of thirty (30) years for Patriot Advanced 
Capability-3 (PAC-3) missiles. Included in this potential sale are: 
test and repair of PAC-3 missiles; stockpile reliability testing and 
field

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returns; repair and return of classified and unclassified PAC-3 missile 
items and ground support equipment (GSE) component level parts; 
replenishment of classified and unclassified missile spares, GSE 
spares, and seeker spares; tools to improve the turnaround time of the 
repair and recertification efforts; air transportation services for 
missile processing; U.S. Government and contractor technical and 
logistics support; training devices; organizational equipment; support 
equipment; test equipment; technical data and publications; personnel 
training and training equipment; and other related elements of 
logistics and program support.

    (iv) Military Department: Army (KU-B-UYK)
    (v) Prior Related Cases, if any: KU-B-UMI
    (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: None
    (viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: September 20, 2023
    * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act.

POLICY JUSTIFICATION

Kuwait--Repair and Recertification of Patriot Advanced Capability-3 
Missiles

    The Government of Kuwait has requested the replacement of expiring 
limited life components and certifications testing in order to support 
an operational life of thirty (30) years for Patriot Advanced 
Capability-3 (PAC-3) missiles. Included in this potential sale are: 
test and repair of PAC-3 missiles; stockpile reliability testing and 
field returns; repair and return of classified and unclassified PAC-3 
missile items and ground support equipment (GSE) component level parts; 
replenishment of classified and unclassified missile spares, GSE 
spares, and seeker spares; tools to improve the turnaround time of the 
repair and recertification efforts; air transportation services for 
missile processing; U.S. Government and contractor technical and 
logistics support; training devices; organizational equipment; support 
equipment; test equipment; technical data and publications; personnel 
training and training equipment; and other related elements of 
logistics and program support. The estimated total cost is $150 
million.
    This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national 
security objectives of the United States (U.S.) by helping to improve 
the infrastructure of a Major Non-NATO ally that has been an important 
force for political stability and economic progress in the Middle East.
    This proposed sale will improve Kuwait's capability to sustain 
their missile density and ensure readiness for air operations. Kuwait 
will use this capability as a deterrent to regional threats and to 
strengthen homeland defense. Kuwait will have no difficulty absorbing 
this infrastructure, support, and associated services into its armed 
forces.
    The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the 
basic military balance in the region.
    The principal contractor will be the Lockheed Martin Corporation, 
Camden, Arkansas. 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 Kuwait.
    There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a 
result of this proposed sale.

[FR Doc. 2024-25820 Filed 11-5-24; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 6001-FR-P

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