Arms Sales Notification, 88981-88982 [2024-26156]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 218 / Tuesday, November 12, 2024 / Notices Transmittal No. 22–68 * As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act. Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act POLICY JUSTIFICATION United Kingdom—Joint Air-to-Ground Missiles (JAGM) Annex khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES The Government of the United Kingdom has requested to buy three thousand (3,000) JAGM, AGM–179A. Also included are dummy missiles; technical assistance; publications; integration support; and other related elements of logistics and program support. The total estimated program cost is $957.4 million. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy goals and national security objectives of the United States (U.S.) by improving the security of a NATO Ally that is a force for political stability and economic progress in Europe. The proposed sale will improve the United Kingdom’s capability to meet current and future threats. The United Kingdom will use the enhanced capability to strengthen its homeland defense and deter regional threats. The United Kingdom will have no difficulty absorbing this equipment and 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, Orlando, FL. 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 U.S. Government or contractor representatives to the United Kingdom. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:35 Nov 08, 2024 Jkt 265001 Item No. vii (vii) Sensitivity of Technology: 1. The JAGM all up round (AUR), designated AGM–179A, is an Air-toGround Missile (AGM) consisting of a HELLFIRE Romeo (AGM–114R) backend (i.e., propulsion, warhead, and control sections) mated to a newly designed dual-mode Guidance Section (GS). The dual-mode GS is a combination of Millimeter Wave (MMW) and Semi-Active Laser (SAL) sensors co-axially aligned on a steerable gimbal. The combination of MMW and SAL sensors provide improved Precision Point and Fire-and-Forget capabilities onto a single munition. This combination allows targeting capability against fast moving and stationary targets in countermeasure and/or a battlefield intensive environment, and in low cloud ceiling and adverse weather. 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 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. 4. A determination has been made that the United Kingdom can provide substantially the same degree of protection for the sensitive technology being released as the U.S. Government. PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 88981 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 the United Kingdom. [FR Doc. 2024–26154 Filed 11–8–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Office of the Secretary [Transmittal No. 23–0R] 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 23–0R. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Dated: November 6, 2024. Stephanie J. Bost, Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P E:\FR\FM\12NON1.SGM 12NON1 88982 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 218 / Tuesday, November 12, 2024 / Notices DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION AGENCY 2800 Defense Pentagon washington,DC 28301-2800 October 23, 2023 The Honorable Kevin McCarthy Speaker of the House U.S. House of Representatives H-209, The Capitol Washington, DC 20515 Dear Mr. Speaker: Pursuant to the reporting requirements of Section 36(b)(S)(C) ofthe Arms Export Control Act (AECA)~ as amend~ we are forwarding Transmittal No. 23-0R. This notification relates to enhancements or upgrades from the level of sensitivity of technology or capability described in the Section 36(b)(1) AECA certification 20-51 of August 26, 2020. Sincerely, c:~~ Direcror Enclosure: L Transmittal khammond on DSKJM1Z7X2PROD with NOTICES Transmittal No. 23–0R REPORT OF ENHANCEMENT OR UPGRADE OF SENSITIVITY OF TECHNOLOGY OR CAPABILITY (SEC. 36(B)(5)(C), AECA) (i) Prospective Purchaser: Government of the United Kingdom (ii) Sec. 36(b)(1), AECA Transmittal No.: 20–51 Date: August 26, 2020 Military Department: Army (iii) Description: On August 26, 2020, Congress was notified by Congressional certification transmittal number 20–51, of the possible sale, under Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act, of three hundred ninety-five (395) AGM–114R2 Hellfire missiles. Also included was technical assistance, publications, integration support, and VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:35 Nov 08, 2024 Jkt 265001 other related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated total cost was $46 million. Major Defense Equipment (MDE) constituted $42 million of this total. This transmittal notifies the inclusion of an additional up to one thousand six hundred five (1,605) AGM–114R2 Hellfire missiles (MDE). Also included are publications, integrated support, and technical assistance. The estimated value of the new MDE items is $216 million, and the estimated value of the new non-MDE items is $20 million. The revised estimated total MDE value is $258 million, and the revised total case value is $282 million. (iv) Significance: The proposed sale will improve the United Kingdom’s capability to meet current and future threats by replacing unserviceable and expiring missiles to allow continued PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 efficient operations alongside U.S. forces. (v) Justification: This proposed sale will support the foreign policy goals and national security objectives of the United States by improving the security of a NATO Ally that is a 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 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: October 23, 2023 [FR Doc. 2024–26156 Filed 11–8–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6001–FR–P E:\FR\FM\12NON1.SGM 12NON1 EN12NO24.112</GPH> BILLING CODE 6001–FR–C

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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 218 (Tuesday, November 12, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 88981-88982]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2024-26156]


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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Office of the Secretary

[Transmittal No. 23-0R]


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)(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-
0R.

    Dated: November 6, 2024.
Stephanie J. Bost,
Alternate OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
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Transmittal No. 23-0R

REPORT OF ENHANCEMENT OR UPGRADE OF SENSITIVITY OF TECHNOLOGY OR 
CAPABILITY (SEC. 36(B)(5)(C), AECA)

    (i) Prospective Purchaser: Government of the United Kingdom
    (ii) Sec. 36(b)(1), AECA Transmittal No.: 20-51
    Date: August 26, 2020
    Military Department: Army
    (iii) Description: On August 26, 2020, Congress was notified by 
Congressional certification transmittal number 20-51, of the possible 
sale, under Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act, of three 
hundred ninety-five (395) AGM-114R2 Hellfire missiles. Also included 
was technical assistance, publications, integration support, and other 
related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated total 
cost was $46 million. Major Defense Equipment (MDE) constituted $42 
million of this total.
    This transmittal notifies the inclusion of an additional up to one 
thousand six hundred five (1,605) AGM-114R2 Hellfire missiles (MDE). 
Also included are publications, integrated support, and technical 
assistance. The estimated value of the new MDE items is $216 million, 
and the estimated value of the new non-MDE items is $20 million. The 
revised estimated total MDE value is $258 million, and the revised 
total case value is $282 million.
    (iv) Significance: The proposed sale will improve the United 
Kingdom's capability to meet current and future threats by replacing 
unserviceable and expiring missiles to allow continued efficient 
operations alongside U.S. forces.
    (v) Justification: This proposed sale will support the foreign 
policy goals and national security objectives of the United States by 
improving the security of a NATO Ally that is a 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 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: October 23, 2023

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