The U.S. State Department has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale to Denmark, offering up to 203 AIM-120D-3 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM) and additional support components at an estimated cost of $744 million.
This sale, pending congressional approval, aims to enhance Denmark’s air defence capabilities in support of NATO and regional security.
Denmark’s request includes up to 203 AIM-120D-3 missiles, nine guidance sections, and a range of support equipment, such as missile containers, classified software, technical documentation, and repair support.
“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,” the U.S. State Department noted in its release.
As a current operator of the AMRAAM missile system, Denmark is expected to integrate these new munitions seamlessly into its existing inventory.
This acquisition, says the sales notice, will bolster Denmark’s ability to address both present and emerging threats, strengthening its role within NATO.
The contract’s primary provider will be RTX Corporation based in Tucson, Arizona. Any offset agreements will be negotiated directly between Denmark and RTX, with no additional deployment of U.S. government or contractor personnel anticipated for implementation.
The sale is projected to have no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness, according to the State Department, and the final cost will depend on specific terms outlined in the signed agreement. For further information, inquiries can be directed to the State Department’s Bureau of Political-Military Affairs, Office of Congressional and Public Affairs.
Hideously overpriced as usual
Stop buying them and see how fast the prices tumble.
The Meteor is roughly 3 million a pop now. These missiles are expensive.