[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 50 (Thursday, March 19, 2026)]
[Senate]
[Pages S1357-S1364]
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MORNING BUSINESS
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NOTICE TO SUSPEND RULES
Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. President, in accordance with rule V of the Standing
Rules of the Senate, I hereby provide notice that I intend to move to
suspend the operation of rule XXV, paragraph (n)(1) to permit the
Committee on Rules and Administration to consider the following motion
with respect to the message to accompany S. 1383:
Motion to refer with instructions: That the Message to
accompany S. 1383 be referred to the Committee on Rules and
Administration with instructions that the Committee considers
legislation that funds the Department of Homeland Security,
except for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S.
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Customs and Border Protection, through fiscal year 2026.
ARMS SALES NOTIFICATION
Mr. RISCH. Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control
Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain
proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification,
the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be
reviewed. The provision stipulates that, in the Senate, the
notification of proposed sales shall be sent to the chairman of the
Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
In keeping with the committee's intention to see that relevant
information is still available to the full Senate, I ask unanimous
consent to have printed in the Record the notifications that have been
received. If the cover letter references a classified annex, then such
an annex is available to all Senators in the office of the Foreign
Relations Committee, room SD-423.
There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in
the Record, as follows:
U.S. Department of State,
Washington, DC.
TRANSMITTAL OF A DETERMINATION TO CONGRESS
Please find enclosed a Determination and accompanying
documentation from the Department of State.
Title of DETERMINATION: Determination under Section
36(b)(1) and 36(c)(2) of the Arms Export Control Act.
Background: Consistent with section 36(b)(1) and 36(c)(2)
of the Arms Export Control Act of 1976, the Department of
State wishes to inform you that the Secretary has exercised
his delegated authority, as described in the enclosed
Memorandum of Justification, to authorize the immediate
transfer and licensing of U.S.-origin defense articles to the
UAE, Kuwait, and Jordan.
Recipients:
Speaker of the House
President of the Senate
Chairman, SFRC and Ranking Minority Member
Chairman, HFAC and Ranking Minority Member
Sincerely,
Paul D. Guaglianone,
Senior Bureau Official,
Bureau of Legislative Affairs.
Enclosure.
Memorandum of Justification for Emergency Arms Transfers to
the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Jordan, and
Licensing Under Section 36(b)(1) and 36(c)(2) of the Arms
Export Control Act
On February 28, 2026, the United States and Israel launched
a broad and joint operation against the Iranian regime to
remove the existential threat it poses to the United States,
Israel, the Middle East, and the world. This historic
operation is a defining point in the region's military
operations and the region's cooperation with the United
States in a fight against a destabilizing regime.
Despite the combined successes of Operation Midnight Hammer
and Operation Rising Lion to cripple Iran's ability to
project power and terror in 2025, the Iranian regime has not
abandoned its plans. In the eight months since the Twelve-Day
War, the regime has restored damaged nuclear infrastructure,
accelerated missile production, and continued to finance,
train, and arm its proxies throughout the Middle East, while
at the same time combatting its internal civil crisis and
large-scale protests with excessive and deadly force. The
combination of accelerated reconstruction of nuclear
infrastructure, its ballistic missile stockpile, and its
continued circumvention of sanctions created a new reality in
the Iranian arena. These trends led to the decision to launch
Operation Epic Fury, with the aim of halting the regime's
attempts to reconstitute its instruments of power.
The UAE, Kuwait, and Jordan all have sustained and continue
to experience hundreds of direct and ongoing ballistic
missile and drone strikes since the start of Operation Epic
Fury, and they have suffered civilian or military fatalities.
In the UAE, Iran has targeted Al Dahfra Air Base, U.S.
diplomatic facilities, Emirati airports, ports, and oil
infrastructure. In Kuwait, Iran has launched attacks against
Embassy Kuwait, Camp Buehring, airport fuel tanks, and
government buildings, killing at least seven U.S. service
members. In Jordan, Iran has conducted strikes against
Muwaffaq Salti Air Base, one of CENTCOM's premier operating
bases, the Joint Training Center, and Tower 22, on the Syrian
border.
All three countries have demonstrated strong collaboration
with CENTCOM to not only protect each country's sovereignty
and citizens but also to protect U.S. citizens, U.S.
servicemen and women, and U.S. assets in country. The UAE has
successfully intercepted most attacks using U.S.-provided
layered air defense systems, including Patriot and THAAD.
Kuwait has similarly deployed its Patriot air defense system,
intercepting over 150 ballistic missiles and hundreds of
drone attacks. Jordan has deployed the Royal Jordanian Air
Force F-16 fleet to interdict hundreds of Iranian projectiles
to protect both its own, as well as Israel's air space.
All three countries are essential defense and security
partners, and the United States is committed to ensuring our
partners have the means to defend themselves. The departments
of State and War are coordinating with the UAE, Kuwait, and
Jordan to meet their military requirements and ensure their
needs are met to defend their territory and citizens, as well
as Americans living, working, and traveling in the region.
Given the scale and scope of the ongoing regional conflict,
it is in the U.S. national security interest to swiftly
provide the UAE, Kuwait, and Jordan with the systems they
require to defend themselves and to reinforce deterrence
against other regional threats. The immediacy of the
challenge at hand requires overcoming the statutory 30-day
Congressional notification timeline to expedite transfers to
Jordan, Kuwait, and the UAE.
For the reasons cited above, an emergency exists requiring
immediate provision and licensing of these defense articles
to the UAE, Kuwait, and Jordan, furthering the national
security interest of the United States. These transfers,
through foreign military sales and direct commercial sales,
will provide needed defense capabilities to the UAE, Kuwait,
and Jordan as soon as possible. The Secretary of State,
therefore, has certified an emergency exists under sections
36(b)(1) and 36(c)(2) of the Arms Export Control Act, 22
U.S.C. 2776, thereby waiving the Congressional review
requirement of these provisions.
Transmittal No. RSAT 26-49
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 the United Arab
Emirates.
(ii) Total Estimated Value:
Major Defense Equipment * $1.05 billion.
Other $0.17 billion.
Total $1.22 billion.
Funding Source: National Funds.
(iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or
Services under Consideration for Purchase:
Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
Four hundred (400) AIM-120C-7 or AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium
Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAMs).
Eight (8) AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM guidance sections.
Non-MDE:
The following non-MDE items will also be included: AMRAAM
control sections, storage containers, and support equipment;
spare parts, consumables and accessories, and repair and
return support; classified and unclassified software; U.S.
Government and contractor engineering, technical and
logistics support services; and other related elements of
logistics and program support.
(iv) Military Department: Air Force (AE-D-YAI).
(v) Prior Related Cases, if any: AE-D-YAC.
(vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Offered, or Agreed
to be Paid: None known at this time.
(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: March 19, 2026.
*As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control
Act.
POLICY JUSTIFICATION
United Arab Emirates--Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles
(U) The Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has
requested to buy four hundred (400) AIM-120C-7 or AIM-120C-8
Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAMs); and
eight (8) AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM guidance sections. The following
non-major defense equipment items will also be included:
AMRAAM control sections, storage containers, and support
equipment; spare parts, consumables and accessories, and
repair and return support; classified and unclassified
software; U.S. Government and contractor engineering,
technical and logistics support services; and other related
elements of logistics and program support. The estimated
total cost is $1.22 billion.
(U) This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and
national security objectives of the United States by
improving the security of a major defense partner. The UAE is
a force for political stability and economic progress in the
Middle East.
(U) The proposed sale will improve UAE's capability to meet
current and future threats by ensuring it has modern and
capable air-to-air munitions. This sale will further advance
the high level of UAE Air Force interoperability with U.S.
Joint Forces and other regional and forces. The UAE will have
no difficulty absorbing these articles and services into its
armed forces.
(U) The proposed sale of this equipment and support will
not alter the basic military balance in the region.
(U) The principal contractor will be RTX Corporation,
located in Arlington, VA. At this time, the U.S. Government
is not aware of any offset agreement proposed in connection
with this potential sale. Any offset agreement will be
defined in negotiations between the purchaser and the
contractor.
(U) Implementation of this proposed sale will not require
the assignment of any additional U.S. Government or
contractor representatives to UAE.
(U) There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense
readiness as a result of this proposed sale.
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Transmittal No. 26-49
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. The AIM-120C-7/C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air
Missile (AMRAAM) is a supersonic, air launched, aerial
intercept, guided missile featuring digital technology and
micro-miniature solid-state electronics. AMRAAM capabilities
include look-down/shoot-down, multiple launches against
multiple targets, resistance to electronic countermeasures,
and interception of high and low flying and maneuvering
targets. The AIM-120C-8 is a form, fit, and function refresh
of the AIM-120C-7 and is the next generation to be produced.
This potential sale will include AMRAAM guidance and control
sections, spares, and containers.
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 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 Arab
Emirates can provide substantially the same degree of
protection for the sensitive technology being released as the
U.S. Government. This proposed 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 Arab Emirates.
Transmittal No. RSAT 25-0I
Report of Enhancement or Upgrade of Sensitivity of Technology
or Capability (Sec. 36(B)(5)(C), AECA)
(i) (U) Prospective Purchaser: Government of the United
Arab Emirates.
(ii) (U) Sec. 36(b)(1), AECA Transmittal No.: 19-37; Date:
May 3, 2019; Implementing Agency: Army; Funding Source:
National Funds.
(iii) (U) Description: On May 3, 2019, Congress was
notified by congressional certification transmittal number
19-37, of the possible sale, under Section 36(b)(1) of the
Arms Export Control Act, of up to four hundred fifty-two
(452) PATRIOT Advanced Capability 3 (PAC-3) Missiles Segment
Enhancement (MSE). Also included were tools and test
equipment; support equipment; publications and technical
documentation; personnel training and training equipment;
spare and repair parts; facility design; U.S. Government and
contractor technical, engineering, and logistics support
services; and other related elements of logistics,
sustainment, and program support. The estimated total value
was $2.728 billion, which included $0.028 billion for non-
Major Defense Equipment (MDE) items. MDE constituted $2.7
billion of this total.
(U) On September 28, 2021, Congress was notified by
congressional certification transmittal number 21-0C, of the
inclusion of an additional five hundred ten (510) Patriot
Advanced Capability 3 (PAC-3) Missiles Segment Enhanced (MSE)
(included 10 fly-to-buy missiles). The following non-MDE
items were also included: tools and test equipment, support
equipment, publications and technical documentation,
personnel training and training equipment, spare and repair
parts, facility design, U.S. Government and contractor
technical, engineering, and logistics support services, and
other related elements of logistics, sustainment and program
support. The estimated total value of the new items was
$3.172 billion. This value included $2.728 billion in MDE
value and $0.444 billion in non-MDE value that was added to
the previously notified estimated total value of $2.728
billion. The revised estimated total value was $5.90 billion.
MDE constituted $5.428 billion of this total.
(U) This transmittal notifies an increase in value, due to
recent cost increases. There are no additional MDE or non-MDE
items being reported with this notification. The previously
notified estimated non-MDE value of $444 million will
increase by $28 million to a revised $472 million. The
estimated MDE value will increase by $5.532 billion to a
revised $10.96 billion. The estimated total value will
increase by $5.56 billion to a revised $11.46 billion.
(iv) (U) Significance: Recent cost increases have brought
about the need to add value to the previous notification. The
proposed sale will support the United Arab Emirates' ability
to maintain a reserve stock of PAC-3 MSE missiles, to ensure
adequate capability to defend their homeland from regional
threats.
(v) (U) Justification: This proposed sale will support the
foreign policy and national security of the United States by
helping to improve the security of an important ally which
has been, and continues to be, a force for political
stability and economic progress in the Middle East. This sale
is consistent with U.S. initiatives to provide key allies in
the region with modern systems that will enhance
interoperability with U.S. forces and increase security.
(vi) (U) Date Report Delivered to Congress: March 19, 2026.
Transmittal No. RSAT 25-70
Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to
Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act, as
amended
(i) (U) Prospective Purchaser: Government of the United
Arab Emirates
(ii) (U) Total Estimated Value:
Major Defense Equipment * $0.95 billion.
Other $1.15 billion.
Total $2.10 billion.
Funding Source: National Funds.
(iii) (U) Description and Quantity or Quantities of
Articles or Services under Consideration for Purchase: The
Government of United Arab Emirates has requested to buy ten
(10) Fixed Site-Low, Slow, Small Unmanned Aircraft System
Integrated Defeat System (FS-LIDS), Systems of Systems to
include:
Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
Two hundred forty (240) Coyote Block 2 All-Up-Rounds.
Non-Major Defense Equipment:
The following non-MDE items will also be included: Ku Band
Multi-Function Radio Frequency System (KuMRFS) radars; Coyote
launcher systems (4-pack launcher); Electro Optical Infrared
(EO/IR) cameras; AN/PYQ-10 Simple Key Loaders; Forward Area
Air Defense Command and Control (FAAD C2) systems; support
and test equipment; integration and test support; spare and
repair parts; communications equipment; software delivery and
support; facilities and construction support; publications
and technical documentation; personnel training and training
equipment; U.S. Government and contractor engineering,
technical, and logistics support services; studies and
surveys; maintenance services; and other related elements of
logistics and program support.
(iv) (U) Military Department: Army (AE-B-ZEF).
(v) (U) Prior Related Cases, if any: None.
(vi) (U) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Offered, or
Agreed to be Paid: None known at this time.
(vii) (U) Sensitivity of Technology Contained in the
Defense Article or Defense Services Proposed to be Sold: See
Attached Annex.
(viii) (U) Date Report Delivered to Congress: March 19,
2026.
* As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export
Control Act.
POLICY JUSTIFICATION
(U) United Arab Emirates--Fixed Site-Low, Slow, Small Unmanned Aircraft
Integrated Defeat System
(U) The Government of the United Arab Emirates has
requested to buy ten (10) Fixed Site-Low, Slow, Small
Unmanned Aircraft Integrated Defeat System (FS-LIDS) System
of Systems, to include: two hundred forty (240) Coyote Block
2 All-Up-Rounds; Ku Band Multi-Function Radio Frequency
System (KuMRFS) radars; Coyote launcher systems (4-pack
launcher); Electro Optical Infrared (EO/IR) Cameras; AN/PYQ-
10 Simple Key Loaders; Forward Area Air Defense Command and
Control (FAAD C2) systems; support and test equipment;
integration and test support; spare and repair parts;
communications equipment; software delivery and support;
facilities and construction support; publications and
technical documentation; personnel training and training
equipment; U.S. Government and contractor engineering,
technical, and logistics support services; studies and
surveys; maintenance services; and other related elements of
logistics and program support. The estimated total cost is
$2.10 billion.
(U) This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and
national security of the United States by helping to improve
the security of a major defense partner. The UAE is a force
for political stability and economic progress in the Middle
East.
(U) The proposed sale will improve the United Arab
Emirates' ability to defend its sovereignty and territorial
integrity to meet its national defense requirements. The
United Arab Emirates will have no difficulty absorbing this
equipment and services into its armed forces.
(U) The proposed sale of this equipment and support will
not alter the basic military balance in the region.
(U) The principal contractors will be RTX Corporation,
located in Tewksbury, MA; Northrop Grumman, located in
Huntsville, AL; and SRC Corporation, located in Syracuse, NY.
At this time, the U.S. Government is not aware of any offset
agreement proposed in connection with this potential sale.
Any offset agreement will be defined in negotiations between
the purchaser and the contractor.
(U) Implementation of this proposed sale will require the
temporary assignment of four U.S. Government and eight U.S.
contractor representatives to the UAE for a duration of five
years to support fielding, training, and sustainment
activities.
(U) There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense
readiness as a result of this proposed sale.
Transmittal No. 25-70
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:
6. (U) The Fixed Site-Low, Slow, Small Unmanned Aircraft
Integrated Defeat System (FS-LIDS) is a Counter Unmanned
Aircraft System of Systems capable of detecting and defeating
evolving and proliferating unmanned aircraft system threats
through both kinetic and electromagnetic warfare means.
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7. (U) The Ku Band Multifunction Radio Frequency System
(KuMURFS) is a multi-function radar. The radar is capable of
providing simultaneous C-UAS and Counter-Rocket, Artillery
and Mortar (C-RAM) Air Surveillance and effector support
missions. It provides three-dimensional target location to
provide situational awareness for command-and-control systems
and guidance used by the Block-2 Interceptor.
8. (U) The Coyote Launcher is a rail launching kinetic
defeat system that deploys interceptors from an A-size
sonobuoy tube or Common Launch Tube. The launch system is
designed for distributed system setup ensuring maximum base
and critical site protection.
9. (U) The Coyote Interceptor is a high speed, highly
maneuverable, semi-active guided airframe with a proximity
blast fragmentation warhead. It provides a kinetic defeat
capability with a proximity blast fragmentation warhead
against Counter Unmanned Aircraft threats. It contains an
Electronic Safe and Arming Device (ESAD) fuze, providing
extensive environmental safety features including terminal
air arming and re-attack to increase probability of kill.
10. (U) The Electro-Optical/Infra-Red (EO/IR) camera used
to identify Unmanned Aircraft System tracks through enhanced
visual identification. It provides secondary location
verification, identification and classification of the
Unmanned Aircraft Systems and ground stations. The camera
contains plug-and-flight, open architecture, is mission
configurable, and offers a day and night surveillance system.
11. (U) The AN/PYQ-10 (C) Simple Key Loader (SKL) is a
ruggedized, portable, hand-held fill device used for securely
receiving, storing, and transferring electronic key material
and data between compatible end cryptographic units (ECU) and
communications equipment. It supports both the DS-101 and DS-
102 interfaces, as well as the Crypto Ignition Key and is
compatible with existing ECUs.
12. (U) The Forward Area Air Defense Command and Control
(FAAD C2) is a command-and-control station that provides
engagement operations, aircraft avoidance and fratricide
prevention. FAAD C2 enables Air Defense mission command
system integration and Tactical Data Link interoperability
with Link 16. FAAD C2 is the integration point for a single
operator to receive detection alerts and information from
connected peripherals like radar, radio frequency detector
antennas and external data feeds, activate mitigation
techniques that include kinetic and non-kinetic options and
provides situational awareness, alerts, and battlefield
dissemination as directed. FAAD C2 supports integration of
multiple weapon systems, to include the High Energy Laser
Weapon System (HELWS) being purchased by the United Arab
Emirates via Direct Commercial Sales (DCS). As requested, the
scope of this proposed sale will be limited to only the
integration of the DCS HELWS component by which the FAAD C2
operator tracks incoming CUAS threats and issues commands to
the HELWS operator station to then initiate engagements.
13. (U) The Air and Missile Defense Workstation (AMDWS) is
the force operations software that provides planning and
situational awareness capabilities for air-defense sensor/
weapon emplacement; projects Airspace Control Measures (ACM)
to create a near-real time, three-dimensional Single
Integrated Air Picture (SIAP); and connects air-defense
systems to facilitate Joint and Multinational
interoperability.
14. (U) The highest level of classification of defense
articles, components, and services included in this potential
sale is SECRET.
15. (U) 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 system effectiveness or be
used in the development of a system with similar or advanced
capabilities.
16. (U) A determination has been made that the United Arab
Emirates can provide substantially the same degree of
protection for the sensitive technology being released as the
U.S. Government. This proposed sale is necessary in
furtherance of the U.S. foreign policy and national security
objectives outlined in the Policy Justification.
17. (U) All defense articles and services listed in this
transmittal have been authorized for release and export to
the Government of United Arab Emirates.
Transmittal No. RSAT 25-1N
Report of Enhancement or Upgrade of Sensitivity of Technology
or Capability (Sec. 36(b)(5)(c), AECA)
(i) (U) Prospective Purchaser: Government of the United
Arab Emirates.
(ii) (U) Sec. 36(b)(1), AECA Transmittal No.: 15-51; Date:
November 4, 2015; Implementing Agency: Air Force.
Funding Source: National Funds.
(iii) (U) Description: On November 4, 2015, Congress was
notified by congressional certification transmittal number
15-51 of the possible sale, under Section 36(b)(1) of the
Arms Export Control Act, of three thousand two hundred and
fifty (3,250) GBU-31V1 (KMU-556 Joint Direct Attack Munitions
(JDAM) kits); three thousand two hundred and fifty (3,250)
MK-84/BLU-117 bombs; seven hundred and fifty (750) GBU-31V3
(KMU-557 JDAM kits); seven hundred and fifty (750) BLU-109
bombs; one thousand (1000) GBU-12 Paveway II Laser Guided
bomb kits; one thousand and two (1,002) MK-82/BLU-111 bombs;
four thousand two hundred and fifty (4,250) FMU-152 fuzes;
two hundred and sixteen (216) GBU-24 tail kits (BSU-84); non-
Major Defense Equipment (MDE) related munitions items (fuzes
and bomb components), sustainment, and support. The estimated
total cost was $380 million, and the estimated total MDE cost
was $365 million.
(U) On August 25, 2022, Congress was notified by
congressional certification transmittal number 20-0M of the
inclusion of the following additional MDE items and support
items: eight-hundred (800) GBU-56V1 Laser Joint Direct Attack
Munitions (LJDAM) (consisting of eight-hundred (800) KMU-556
tail kits; eight-hundred (800) DSU-40 Laser Sensors, and
eight-hundred (800) MK-84 bombs); two-hundred (200) GBU-56V3
Laser JDAMs (consisting of two-hundred (200) KMU-557 tail
kits; two-hundred (200) DSU-42 Laser Sensors, and two-hundred
(200) BLU-109 bombs; three-thousand (3,000) FMU-139 fuzes;
and associated munitions support items. The total cost of the
new MDE articles was $69 million, and did not result in a net
increase in the total cost of MDE. The total case value
remained $380 million.
(U) This transmittal notifies the inclusion of the
following MDE items: up to two thousand seven hundred fifty
(2,750) KMU-572 Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM) tail
kits. The following non-MDE items will also be included:
cartridges, chaffs, and flares; DSU-38 Laser Sensors; FMU-139
fuzes; and other related elements of logistics and program
support. The estimated total value of the new items and
services is $345 million. The estimated non-MDE value will
increase by $94 million to a revised $109 million. The
estimated MDE value will increase by $251 million to a
revised $616 million. The estimated total case value will
increase by $345 million to a revised $725 million.
(iv) (U) Significance: This notification is being provided
because the additional MDE and non-MDE items represent an
increase in capability over what was previously notified. The
proposed sale increases UAE's ability to achieve more exact
targeting over a wide range of conditions and greater
interoperability with the U.S. Air Force.
(v) (U) Justification: This proposed sale will support the
foreign policy and national security objectives of the United
States by helping to improve the security of an important
regional partner. The UAE continues to be a vital U.S.
partner for political stability and economic progress in the
Middle East.
(vi) (U) Sensitivity of Technology: The Sensitivity of
Technology Statement contained in the original notification
applies to items reported here.
(U) The highest level of classification of defense
articles. components, and services included in this potential
sale is SECRET.
(vii) (U) Date Report Delivered to Congress: March 19,
2026.
Transmittal No. RSAT 26-41
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 the United Arab
Emirates.
(ii) Total Estimated Value:
Major Defense Equipment * $3.5 billion.
Other $1.0 billion.
Total $4.5 billion.
Funding Source: National Funds.
(iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or
Services under Consideration for Purchase:
Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
One (1) Long-range discrimination radar integrated with
Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD).
Twelve (12) Sentinel A4 uplinkers.
Two (2) THAAD C3 Fire Control and Communications (TFCC)
tactical operations stations.
Two (2) THAAD C3 TFCC launch and control stations.
Non-Major Defense Equipment:
(U) The following non-MDE items will also be included:
array faces; subarray suites; active elements; synthesizer
cabinets; local oscillator distribution cabinets;
environmental control unit cabinets; power conversion
cabinets; energy storage cabinets; radar processor group
cabinets; mission processor group cabinets; display consoles;
auxiliary cooling group 500-ton chillers; five years of
sustainment support; construction; training; publications and
technical data; encryptors; communications and communications
security equipment: U.S. Government and contractor technical
assistance; spares; training devices; and other related
elements of logistics and program support.
(iv) Military Department: Missile Defense Agency (AE-I-
UBF).
(v) Prior Related Cases, if any: None.
(vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Offered, or Agreed
to be Paid: None known at this time.
Sensitivity of Technology Contained in the Defense Article
or Defense Services Proposed to be Sold: See Attached Annex.
(viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: March 19, 2026.
* As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export
Control Act.
POLICY JUSTIFICATION
United Arab Emirates--Long-Range Discrimination Radar with
Terminal High Altitude Area Defense Integration
(U) The Government of the United Arab Emirates has
requested to buy one (1) long-range discrimination radar
integrated with Terminal High Altitude Area Defense
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(THAAD); twelve (12) Sentinel A4 uplinkers; two (2) THAAD C3
Fire Control and Communications (TFCC) tactical operations
stations; and two (2) THAAD C3 TFCC launch and control
stations. The following non-major defense equipment items
will also be included: array faces; subarray suites; active
elements; synthesizer cabinets; local oscillator distribution
cabinets; environmental control unit cabinets; power
conversion cabinets; energy storage cabinets; radar processor
group cabinets; mission processor group cabinets; display
consoles; auxiliary cooling group 500-ton chillers; five
years of sustainment support; construction; training;
publications and technical data; encryptors; communications
and communications security equipment; U.S. Government and
contractor technical assistance; spares; training devices;
and other related elements of logistics and program support.
The estimated total cost is $4.5 billion.
(U) This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and
national security objectives of the United States by helping
to improve the security of an important regional partner. The
United Arab Emirates continues to be a vital U.S. partner for
political stability and economic progress in the Middle East.
(U) This proposed sale will improve the United Arab
Emirate's capability to meet current and future threats in
the region by expanding the defended area to 360 degrees
which benefits the U.S. and its partners. The United Arab
Emirates will have no difficulty absorbing these articles and
services into its armed forces.
(U) The proposed sale of this equipment and support will
not alter the basic military balance in the region.
(U) The principal contractor will be Lockheed Martin
Corporation, located in Moorestown, NJ, and Huntsville, AL.
At this time, the U.S. Government is not aware of any offset
agreement proposed in connection with this potential sale.
Any offset agreement will be defined in negotiations between
the purchaser and the contractor.
(U) Implementation of this proposed sale will require the
assignment of four (4) additional U.S. Government and ten
(10) contractor representatives to the United Arab Emirates
for a duration of three (3) years to support the
construction, integration, and delivery phases of the
program.
(U) There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense
readiness as a result of this proposed sale.
Transmittal No. 26-41
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:
18. (U) The Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD)
system is the first weapon system with both endo and exo-
atmospheric capability developed specifically to defend
against ballistic missiles. The higher altitude and theater
wide protection offered by THAAD provides more protection of
larger areas than lower-tier systems alone. THAAD is designed
to defend against short, medium, and intermediate-range
ballistic missiles. The THAAD system consists of four major
components: fire control/communications, radar, launchers,
and interceptors.
19. (U) The long-range discrimination radar (LRDR) is a
software defined scalable, modular, and extensible family of
radars that include ground-based, transportable, and ship-
based variants. The LRDR-Middle East (ME) is a ground-based
variant of the U.S. To address the entire United Arab
Emirates threat set, LRDR-ME will contain software technology
from the U.S. variants as well as LRDR software technology.
20. (U) The Sentinel A4 is a medium-range air defense
active electronically scanned array radar developed to track
airborne systems and artillery/mortar threats. It is a U.S.
Army program of record, currently in low-rate initial
production for nineteen units. The Sentinel array will need
to be fully populated with transmit/receive modules to
provide link margin throughout the entire THAAD kinematic
envelope.
21. (U) In the LRDR-THAAD integrated weapon system, there
is a need to provide the THAAD interceptor with updates
during flyout. Sentinel A4, a mobile, rotating radar, will be
used as an X-band uplinker for the THAAD interceptors. This
solution will provide in-flight target updates to the
interceptor and receive downlinks for interceptor status.
Each additional launch site (remote or co-located) will have
a dedicated Sentinel to provide dedicated communications with
an interceptor from that launch site.
22. (U) The highest level of classification of defense
articles, components, and services included in this potential
sale is SECRET.
23. (U) 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 system effectiveness or be
used in the development of a system with similar or advanced
capabilities.
24. (U) A determination has been made that the United Arab
Emirates can provide substantially the same degree of
protection for the sensitive technology being released as the
U.S. Government. This proposed sale is necessary in
furtherance of the U.S. foreign policy and national security
objectives outlined in the Policy Justification.
25. (U) All defense articles and services listed in this
transmittal have been authorized for release and export to
the Government of the United Arab Emirates.
Transmittal No. RSAT 26-46
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 the United Arab
Emirates.
(ii) Total Estimated Value:
Major Defense Equipment * $361 million.
Other $283 million.
Total $644 million.
Funding Source: National Funds.
(iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or
Services under Consideration for Purchase:
Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
Three (3) GBU-39/B inert practice bombs.
One thousand five hundred (1,500) GBU-39/B Small Diameter
Bombs Increment I.
Nine hundred (900) KMU-556 Joint Direct Attack Munition
(JDAM) guidance sets.
Three hundred (300) KMU-557 JDAM guidance sets.
Non-MDE:
(U) The following non-MDE items will also be included: GBU-
39 tactical training rounds; FMU-139 fuze systems; DSU-42 and
DSU-40 laser illuminated target detectors; ground support
system for Link 16; AN/PYQ-10 Simple Key Loaders; KG-250 Link
Encryptors; precision navigation; Joint Mission Planning
System with unique planning components and software; aircraft
maintenance support equipment; spare and repair parts,
consumables and accessories, and repair and return support;
weapons and weapons support equipment; test equipment;
training aids, devices, and spare parts; classified and
unclassified software and software support; classified and
unclassified publications and technical documentation;
personnel training and training equipment; transportation
support; aerial refueling; U.S. Government and contractor
engineering, technical, and logistics support services; and
other related elements of logistics and program support.
(iv) Military Department: Air Force (AE-D-QAQ; AE-D-YAH);
Navy (AE-P-LAQ).
(v) Prior Related Cases, if any: AE-D-SAA; AE-D-AAD; AE-D-
AAF; AE-D-QAA; AE-D-QAJ; AE-D-YAC; AE-D-YAF; AE-D-YAB.
(vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Offered, or Agreed
to be Paid: None known at this time.
(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: March 19, 2026.
*As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export
Control Act.
POLICY JUSTIFICATION
United Arab Emirates--F-16 Upgrades
(U) The Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has
requested to buy three (3) GBU-39/B inert practice bombs; one
thousand five hundred (1,500) GBU-39/B Small Diameter Bombs
Increment I; nine hundred (900) KMU-556 Joint Direct Attack
Munition (JDAM) guidance sets; and three hundred (300) KMU-
557 JDAM guidance sets. The following non-major defense
equipment items will also be included: GBU-39 tactical
training rounds; FMU-139 fuze systems; DSU-42 and DSU-40
laser illuminated target detectors; ground support system for
Link 16; AN/PYQ-10 Simple Key Loaders; KG-250 Link
Encryptors; precision navigation; Joint Mission Planning
System with unique planning components and software; aircraft
maintenance support equipment; spare and repair parts,
consumables and accessories, and repair and return support;
weapons and weapons support equipment; test equipment;
training aids, devices, and spare parts; classified and
unclassified software and software support; classified and
unclassified publications and technical documentation;
personnel training and training equipment; transportation
support; aerial refueling; U.S. Government and contractor
engineering, technical, and logistics support services; and
other related elements of logistics and program support. The
estimated total cost is $644 million.
(U) This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and
national security objectives of the United States by
improving the security of a major defense partner. The UAE is
a force for political stability and economic progress in the
Middle East.
(U) The proposed sale will improve the UAE' ability to
defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity to meet its
national defense requirements. The UAE will have no
difficulty absorbing these articles and services into its
armed forces. (U) The proposed sale of this equipment and
support will not alter the basic military balance in the
region.
(U) The principal contractor will be Lockheed Martin,
located in Greenville, SC. At this time, the U.S. Government
is not aware of any offset agreement proposed in connection
with this potential sale. Any offset agreement will be
defined in negotiations between the purchaser and the
contractor.
(U) Implementation of this proposed sale will not require
the assignment of any additional U.S. Government or
contractor representatives to UAE.
(U) There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense
readiness as a result of this proposed sale.
Transmittal No. 26-46
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:
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26. The GBU-39/B Small Diameter Bomb Increment I (SDB-I)
all-up-round is a 250-lb Global Positioning System/Inertial
Navigation System (GPS/INS) aided small autonomous, day or
night, adverse weather, conventional, air-to-ground precision
glide weapon able to strike fixed and stationary relocatable
non-hardened targets from standoff ranges. The SDB system
employs a smart carriage capable of carrying four 250-lb
class guided air-to-surface munitions. They are capable of
destroying high-priority fixed and stationary targets from
Air Force fighters and bombers in internal bays or on
external hard-points. The SDB increases aircraft loadout,
decreases the logistical footprint, decreases collateral
damage, and improves aircraft sortie generation times. This
potential sale includes GBU-39/B inert practice bombs, and
GBU-39/B inert tactical training rounds.
27. The Joint Direct-Attack Munition (JDAM) consist of a
bomb body paired with a warhead specific tail kit containing
an GPS/INS guidance capability that converts unguided free-
fall bombs into accurate, adverse weather ``smart''
munitions. The JDAM weapon can be delivered from modest
standoff ranges at high or low altitudes against a variety of
land and surface targets during the day or night. The JDAM
can receive target coordinates via preplanned mission data
from the delivery aircraft, by onboard aircraft sensors
(i.e., forward-looking-infrared, radar, etc.) during captive
carry, or from a third-party source via manual or automated
aircrew cockpit entry.
28. The AN/APQ-10 Simple Key Loader is a handheld fill
device for securely receiving, storing, and transferring data
between cryptographic and communications equipment.
29. The KG-250 are high-security, network encryptor.
30. The Joint Mission Planning System is a multi-platform
personal computer based mission planning system.
31. The highest level of classification of defense
articles, components, and services included in this potential
sale is SECRET.
32. 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 system effectiveness or be used in the
development of a system with similar or advanced
capabilities.
33. A determination has been made that the United Arab
Emirates can provide substantially the same degree of
protection for the sensitive technology being released as the
U.S. Government. This proposed sale is necessary in
furtherance of the U.S. foreign policy and national security
objectives outlined in the Policy Justification.
All defense articles and services listed in this
transmittal have been authorized for release and export to
the Government of the United Arab Emirates.
Transmittal No. RSAT 26-0R
Report of Enhancement or Upgrade of Sensitivity of Technology
or Capability (Sec. 36(b)(5)(C), AECA)
(i) Prospective Purchaser: Government of the United Arab
Emirates.
(ii) Sec. 36(b)(1), AECA Transmittal No.: 24-118; Date: May
12, 2025; Implementing Agency: Army.
Funding Source: National Funds.
(iii) (U) Description: On May 12, 2025, Congress was
notified by congressional certification transmittal number
24-118 of the possible sale under Section 36(b)(1) of the
Arms Export Control Act, of six (6) CH-47F Block II Chinook
helicopters with air-to-air refuel probe capability and
extended range fuel tanks; sixteen (16) T-55-GA-714A engines
(12 installed, 4 spares); fourteen (14) embedded Global
Positioning System (GPS)/Inertial Navigation System (INS)
(EGI) devices with M-Code (12 installed, 2 spares); eight (8)
AN/AAR-57 Common Missile Warning Systems (CMWS) (6 installed,
2 spares); twenty (20) AN/ARC-231A communications security
(COMSEC) radios (18 installed, 2 spares); and twenty (20) M-
240 machine guns (18 installed, 2 spares). The following
items were also included: CMWS classified software; AN/APR-
39A radar warning receivers: AN/AVR-2B laser detecting sets;
AN/ARC-220 high frequency radios; KY-100M COMSEC terminals;
aircraft survivability equipment (including impulse
cartridges for cable cutters and aircraft cartridges); AN/
ARN-147 Very High Frequency Omni Directional Radio Range/
Instrument Landing System (VOR/ILS) receivers; WESCAM MX-
15HDi electro-optical/infrared imaging systems; AN/ARN-153
Tactical Airborne Navigation System (TACAN) radios; AN/APN-
209 radar altimeters; AN/APX-123A Identification Friend or
Foe (IFF) transponders; KIV-77 COMSEC IFF cryptographic
appliques; AN/PYQ-10 Simple Key Loaders; services to support
the mission equipment; hardware and services required to
implement partner-unique modifications; Fast Rope Insertion/
Extraction Systems (FRIES); Internal Extended Range Fuel
Systems (ERFS); inflight refueling capability; firefighting
equipment; ballistic armor protection systems; air worthiness
support; spare and repair parts; communications equipment;
personnel training and training equipment; site surveys; tool
and test equipment; ground support equipment; repair and
return; publications and technical documentation; Quality
Assurance Team (QAT); U.S. Government and contractor
engineering, technical, and logistics support services; and
other related elements of logistics and program support. The
estimated total value was $1.32 billion. Major defense
equipment (MDE) constituted $0.65 billion of this total.
(U) This transmittal notifies the inclusion of the
following MDE items: two (2) CH-47 Block II aircraft with
air-to-air refuel probe capability and extended range fuel
tanks; six (6) T55-GA-714A engines; four (4) AN/AAR-57 CMWS;
eight (8) ARC-231A, RT-1987 COMSEC radios; six (6) embedded
GPS/INS (EAGLE-M); and six (6) M240H machine guns. The
following non-MDE items will also be included: CMWS
classified software update; AVR-2B laser detecting sets;
aircraft survivability equipment; AN/APX-119; WESCAM MX-
15HDi; ARN-147 VOR/ILS receivers; ARN-153 TACAN radios; APN-
209 receiver transmitters; APN-209 indicators; AN/ARC-220
high frequency radios; KIV-77 COMSEC IFF cryptographic
appliques; AN/PYQ-10 simple key loaders; FliteScene license;
Improved Data Modem-401; Infrared Suppression System; FRIES;
ERFS; firefighting equipment; ballistic armor protection
system; air worthiness support; spare and repair parts;
communications equipment; personnel training and training
equipment; site surveys; tool and test equipment; ground
support equipment; repair and return services; publications
and technical documentation; QAT; U.S. Government and
contractor engineering, technical and logistics support
services; and other related elements of logistics and program
support. The estimated total value of the new items is $1.40
billion. The estimated MDE value will increase by $1.0
billion to a revised $1.65 billion. The estimated non-MDE
value will increase by $0.40 billion to a revised $1.07
billion. The estimated total case value will increase by
$1.40 billion to a revised $2.72 billion. MDE constitutes
$1.65 billion of this total.
(iv) (U) Significance: This notification accounts for
requested additional MDE and non-MDE items not included in
the original notification. The inclusion of this MDE and non-
MDE represents an increase in capability over what was
previously notified. These items will improve the United Arab
Emirate's ability to address current and future threats by
extending flight operation ranges, enabling capabilities for
search and rescue, disaster relief, humanitarian support, and
counterterrorism operations.
(v) (U) Justification: This proposed sale will support the
foreign policy and national security objectives of the United
States by helping to improve the security of an important
regional partner. The United Arab Emirates continues to be a
vital U.S. partner for political stability and economic
progress in the Middle East.
(vi) Sensitivity of Technology:
The Sensitivity of Technology Statement contained in the
original notification applies to the 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: March 19, 2026.
DEPARTMENT OF STATE TRANSMITTAL
NO. DDTC 24-116
Certification of Proposed Issuance of an Export License
Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act
(1) Foreign Country or International Organization to Which
Export Will Be Made: UAE.
(2) Dollar Value of the Proposed Export:
(a) Current Notification Value: $36,943,245.
(b) Total Value: $370,852,711.
(3) Description of the Transaction:
(a) Current license application: Tenaya Corporation
proposes a technical assistance agreement with General
Atomics Global Ltd. in UAE to transfer defense articles,
defense services, and technical data to support delivery and
operation of the Predator XP Unmanned Aircraft System for
end-use by the UAE Armed Forces. Other signatories to the
agreement are identified in Attachment 1. This amendment
request increases the value, adds a signatory, and adds
Jordan as a transfer territory.
(b) Total scope: This ongoing program was previously
notified under DDTC 13-114 for $219,768,480 on February 06,
2015. This ongoing program was re-notified under DDTC 19-048
for $278,439,466 on August 13, 2020, and was again re-
notified under DDTC 22-059 for $333,909,466 on November 15,
2023.
(c) A discussion on regional security balance was forwarded
under a separate cover on 11/14/2022.
(4) Offset Arrangement: The expected obligation is 60% of
the contract value. The specifics of the offset program
execution are undetermined and will be defined in later
negotiations and may include both direct and indirect
offsets.
(5) Authorized Sales Territory: Not applicable.
(6) Date Certification Delivered to Congress: March 19,
2026.
DEPARTMENT OF STATE TRANSMITTAL
NO. DDTC 26-005
Certification of Proposed Issuance of an Export License
Pursuant to Section 36(c) of the Arms Export Control Act
(1) Foreign Country or International Organization to Which
Export Will Be Made: Canada, Israel, Turkey, UAE, UK.
(2) Dollar Value of the Proposed Export:
(c) Current Notification Value: $0.
(d) Total Value: $121,500,000.
(3) Description of the Transaction:
(d) Current license application: L3Harris Technologies,
Inc. proposes to amend a technical assistance agreement with
Calidus Aerospace, LLC in the UAE to transfer defense
articles, defense services, and technical
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data to support the design, development, sustainment, and
integration of the Mission Management System (MMS) for the B-
250 and B-350 light attack aircraft for end-use by the Armed
Forces of the UAE. Other signatories to the agreement are
identified in Attachment 1. This amendment request adds
Turkey as a territory, seven foreign signatories, and extends
the term of the agreement.
(e) Total scope: This ongoing program was previously
notified under DDTC 22-024 for $121,500,000 on April 6, 2023.
(f) A discussion on regional security balance was forwarded
under a separate cover on 07/22/2022.
(4) Offset Arrangement: Yes. The value and nature of the
offsets (e.g., direct or indirect) remain under negotiation.
(5) Authorized Sales Territory: Not applicable.
(6) Date Certification Delivered to Congress: March 19,
2026.
NOTE: This report, although unclassified, is derived from
information submitted to the Department of State by the
applicant, which is subject to the confidentiality
requirements of section 38(e) of the Arms Export Control Act.
Disclosure of an applicant's prices and customers could
result in competitive injury.
Transmittal No. RSAT 26-34
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 * $5.5 billion.
Other $2.5 billion.
Total $8.0 billion.
Funding Source: National Funds.
(iii) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or
Services under Consideration for Purchase:
Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
Up to eight (8) Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensors
(LTAMDS) radars.
Five (5) Large Tactical Power Systems.
Eight (8) frequency converters (1 per tactical site and 1
per central maintenance facility; 2 spares).
Non-MDE:
(U) The following non-MDE items will also be included:
identification, friend or foe KIV-77 encryptor; AN/PYQ-10
simple key loaders; ancillary devices to support controlled
cryptographic items; LTAMDS emulators (simulators); heavy
expanded mobility tactical truck M983A4 light equipment
transporter modified high temp kit; battery maintenance
center (BMC) shelters; sets tools and test equipment; small
repair parts trailer (SRPT); prime mover--BMC shelters/SRPT;
fielding and follow-on support field service representative
(FSR); prime mover FSR support; technical assistance field
team; spares; publications; personnel training and training
equipment; software development; U.S. Government and
contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support
services; and other related elements of logistics and program
support.
(iv) Military Department: Army (KU-B-UZH).
(v) Prior Related Cases, if any: None.
(vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Offered, or Agreed
to be Paid: None known at this time.
(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: March 19, 2026.
*As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export
Control Act.
POLICY JUSTIFICATION
Kuwait--Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor Radars
(U) The Government of Kuwait has requested to buy up to
eight (8) Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor (LTAMDS)
radars; five (5) Large Tactical Power Systems; and eight (8)
frequency converters (1 per tactical site and 1 per central
maintenance facility; 2 spares). The following non-major
defense equipment items will also be included:
identification, friend or foe KIV-77 encryptor; AN/PYQ-10
simple key loaders; ancillary devices to support controlled
cryptographic items; LTAMDS emulators (simulators); heavy
expanded mobility tactical truck M983A4 light equipment
transporter modified high temp kit; battery maintenance
center (BMC) shelters; sets tools and test equipment; small
repair parts trailer (SRPT); prime mover--BMC shelters/SRPT;
fielding and follow-on support field service representative
(FSR); prime mover FSR support; technical assistance field
team; spares; publications; personnel training and training
equipment; software development; U.S. Government and
contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support
services; and other related elements of logistics and program
support. The estimated total cost is $8 billion.
(U) This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and
national security objectives of the United States by
improving the security of a major non-NATO ally that has been
an important force for political stability and economic
progress in the Middle East.
(U) The proposed sale will improve Kuwait's capability to
meet current and future threats by providing advanced air
defense detection as part of procurement of the LTAMDS radar
system and thereby enhancing its air defense capability. This
enhanced capability will protect Kuwait and local allied land
forces and will significantly improve Kuwait's contribution
to Integrated Air Missile Defense. Kuwait will have no
difficulty absorbing these articles and services into its
armed forces.
(U) The proposed sale of this equipment and support will
not alter the basic military balance in the region.
(U) The principal contractor will be RTX Corporation,
located in Arlington, VA. At this time, the U.S. Government
is not aware of any offset agreement proposed in connection
with this potential sale. Any offset agreement will be
defined in negotiations between the purchaser and the
contractor.
(U) Implementation of this proposed sale will require the
assignment of twelve (12) U.S. Government and twelve (12)
contractor representatives to Kuwait for a duration up to
twenty (20) years to support maintenance and sustain
operations.
(U) There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense
readiness as a result of this proposed sale.
Transmittal No. 26-34
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:
34. (U) The Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor
(LTAMDS) radar is a system designed to counter advanced
threats such as hypersonic, drones, and cruise missiles.
Featuring a 360-degree surveillance capability with three
antenna arrays (one in front and two in back), the system is
intended to replace the Patriot radar and integrate into the
U.S. Army's Integrated Air and Missile Defense System.
35. (U) The Large Tactical Power System is a military
program providing tactical electric power for the Department
of War, featuring dual 500 kW generators in both skid-mounted
and trailer-mounted configuration. These systems are designed
for a large-scale power need in tactical environments, aiming
to increase mission endurance, reach, and survivability.
36. (U) The frequency converters change the frequency of an
alternating current (AC) to a different frequency, either
higher or lower, for applications such as controlling motor
speed or running equipment designed for a different power
standard. It works by first converting the incoming AC power
to direct current (DC), then using an inverter to convert the
DC back into AC at the desired frequency and voltage.
37. (U) The identification, friend or foe KIV-77 encryptors
is a combat identification system designed for command and
control. It uses a transponder that listens to an
interrogation signal and sends a response that identifies the
broadcaster.
38. (U) The AN/PYQ-10 simple key loader is an advanced
secure cryptographic device, enabling safe distribution and
storage of communication security keys.
39. (U) The Global Positioning System Precise Positioning
Service Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module (GPS PPS
SAASM) is embedded within the LTAMDS radar. The GPS PPS SAASM
is a secure, encrypted navigation system providing users with
highly accurate position, navigation, and timing data.
40. (U) The highest level of classification of defense
articles, components, and services included in this potential
sale is SECRET.
41. (U) 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 system effectiveness or be
used in the development of a system with similar or advanced
capabilities.
42. (U) A determination has been made that Kuwait can
provide substantially the same degree of protection for the
sensitive technology being released as the U.S. Government.
This proposed sale is necessary in furtherance of the U.S.
foreign policy and national security objectives outlined in
the Policy Justification.
43. (U) All defense articles and services listed in this
transmittal have been authorized for release and export to
the Government of Kuwait.
Transmittal No. RSAT 26-38
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 Jordan.
(ii) Total Estimated Value:
Major Defense Equipment * $0.
Other $70.5 million.
Total $70.5 million.
Funding Source: Foreign Military Financing.
(iii) (U) Description and Quantity or Quantities of
Articles or Services under Consideration for Purchase:
Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case JO-D-QDA was below
congressional notification threshold at $49.1 million ($0 in
major defense equipment (MDE)) and included spare parts,
consumables and accessories, and repair and return support;
U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and
logistics support services; and other related elements of
logistics and program support. The Government of Jordan has
requested that the case be amended to include aircraft and
munitions support and support equipment; minor modifications
and maintenance support; and other related elements of
logistics and program support. This amendment will cause the
case to exceed the notification threshold, and thus
notification of the entire program is required. The above
notification requirements are combined as follows:
Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
None.
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Non-Major Defense Equipment:
The following non-MDE items will be included: aircraft and
munitions support and support equipment; spare parts,
consumables and accessories, and repair and return support;
minor modifications and maintenance support; U.S. Government
and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support
services; and other related elements of logistics and program
support.
(iv) Military Department: Air Force (JO-D-QDA).
(v) Prior Related Cases, if any: JO-D-QBQ; JO-D-QDG.
(vi) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Offered, or Agreed
to be Paid: None known at this time.
(vii) Sensitivity of Technology Contained in the Defense
Article or Defense Services Proposed to be Sold: None.
(viii) Date Report Delivered to Congress: March 19, 2026.
* As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export
Control Act.
POLICY JUSTIFICATION
Government of Jordan--Aircraft Repair, Return, and Spares
(U) The Government of Jordan has requested to buy aircraft
and munitions support and support equipment; minor
modifications and maintenance support; and other related
elements of logistics and program support that will be added
to a previously implemented case whose value was under the
congressional notification threshold. The original Foreign
Military Sales (FMS) case, valued at $49.1 million ($0 in
major defense equipment), included spare parts, consumables
and accessories, and repair and return support; U.S.
Government and contractor engineering, technical, and
logistics support services; and other related elements of
logistics and program support. The estimated total cost is
$70.5 million.
(U) This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and
national security objectives of the United States by helping
to improve the security of a Major Non-NATO Ally that is an
important force for political stability and economic progress
in the Middle East.
(U) The proposed sale will improve Jordan's capability to
meet current and future threats by leveraging these spare
parts and repairs to maintain the operational readiness of
its F-16, C-130, and F-5 aircraft, ensuring its ability to
effectively patrol its borders, respond to regional crises,
and support CENTCOM's security objectives in the region.
Sustaining these critical platforms allows Jordan to remain a
reliable partner in countering terrorism and promoting
regional stability, key components of both Jordanian national
defense and broader CENTCOM priorities. Jordan will have no
difficulty absorbing these articles and services into its
armed forces.
(U) The proposed sale of this equipment and support will
not alter the basic military balance in the region.
(U) The principal contractor will be S&K Aerospace, LLC,
located in Warner Robbins, GA. At this time, the U.S.
Government is not aware of any offset agreement proposed in
connection with this potential sale. Any offset agreement
will be defined in negotiations between the purchaser and the
contractor.
(U) Implementation of this proposed sale will not require
the assignment of any additional U.S. Government or
contractor representatives to Jordan.
(U) There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense
readiness as a result of this proposed sale.
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