The US State Department has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to Denmark involving AGM-114R Hellfire Missiles and related equipment, with an estimated value of $45m.
The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) has notified Congress of the pending transaction, which covers up to 100 AGM-114R Hellfire Missiles, three AGM-114R Captive Air Test Missiles, six M299 Hellfire Launchers, two MHU-191/M trailers, and three BRU-14’s.
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In addition to these items, the package will include containers, training aids, weapon software, support equipment, spare and repair parts, publications and technical materials, transportation, US government and contractor engineering, as well as technical and logistical support services.
Lockheed Martin Missile and Defense will serve as the principal contractor for this deal.
The State Department stated that the sale aligns with US foreign policy and national security interests by supporting a NATO ally.
The DSCA stated: “The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region.”
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By GlobalDataThe agency also indicated there is no current offset agreement in place for this transaction and that any such arrangement would be determined during negotiations.
The DSCA expects the proposed deal to enhance Denmark’s ability to address current and potential threats by boosting aviation force interoperability with US and allied militaries.
It is also intended to maintain Denmark’s capability for joint missions.
There will be no requirement for US government or contractor personnel assignments in Denmark for technical support related to this sale.
The DSCA confirmed that the transaction would have no negative effect on US defence readiness.
Last month, the State Department approved two other potential FMS to Denmark, one for Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) equipment with Indirect Fire Protection Capability and another for AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM), together valued at approximately $3.73bn.
