Aviation

US approves sale of 35 F-35A fighters to Germany for $8.4 billion

The State Department has approved a potential of $8.4 billion foreign military sale of F-35 aircraft, missiles, and related hardware to the German government.

35 F-35A fighters will be delivered to Germany for $8.4 billion, with US approval.

The State Department has approved a potential of $8.4 billion foreign military sale of F-35 aircraft, missiles, and related hardware to the German government. Today, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency submitted Congress with the appropriate documentation informing them of this potential transaction.

The plane would be an F-35A, which stands for conventional takeoff and landing. The prospective order includes 35 stealth fighters, 35 Pratt & Whitney F-135-PW-100 engines, plus two spares, maintenance assistance, training, and a variety of weapons, including bombs, air-to-air missiles, and air-to-surface missiles.

By strengthening the security of a NATO partner who is a key factor in the political and economic stability of Europe, the proposed sale will promote the foreign policy and national security of the United States.

The proposed sale will improve Germany’s ability to counter both present and future threats by providing a suitable replacement for its ageing Tornado aircraft fleet in support of NATO’s nuclear sharing responsibility, which is the cornerstone of deterrence in Europe. The German military will have no trouble utilising these resources.

This notice of potential sale is required by law. The description and dollar amount correspond to the highest expected quantity and sum of money based on initial requirements.

The actual monetary value will be lower depending on the final requirements, budget authorization, and signed sales agreement.

Aviation

Boeing, Antonov to Collaborate on Defense Projects

– MOU represents Boeing’s commitment to work with Ukrainian industry

– Includes exploring opportunities for collaborating on in-country support of Unmanned Aerial Systems

A Memorandum of Understanding was signed today by Boeing and Antonov Company to investigate potential collaboration on defense-related projects.

“We’re happy to keep collaborating with the Antonov Company to help Ukraine’s economic development and expansion,” stated Ted Colbert, CEO and president of Boeing Defence, Space, & Security.

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“This agreement demonstrates our ongoing efforts to find more opportunities to work with Ukrainian industry, which was underscored by our signing of the Ukrainian Defence Industry Compact earlier this year.”

The areas of potential collaboration identified in the agreement consist of training, logistical support and overhaul services for tactical Unmanned Aerial Systems utilized by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, which includes the ScanEagle. In addition, the companies will also explore opportunities for Antonov to provide engineering support to Boeing.

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“A strong, innovative, and efficient defense industry is key to sustainable economic development and national security, and we are extremely excited to collaborate with Boeing,” said Ievhen Gavrylov, CEO of Antonov Company.

This agreement brings a whole new level of opportunity to implement the latest and most effective solutions – in addition to the possibility of future projects with Boeing in the aerospace and defense industry.”