The US State Department has given the green light to the potential sale of tactical missiles AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder Norway. The total value of the transaction is estimated at 370.9 million dollars. The delivery was certified in Congress through the Defense and Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA).
As part of the agreement, Norway can receive 300 AIM-9X Block II combat missiles, as well as two special training missiles, 24 training models (CATM) and 20 guidance blocks each, both tactical and training. This will allow the country not only to equip its Air Force with modern weapons, but also to actively use the systems for training purposes without wearing out combat units.
In addition, the sale package includes non-core defense equipment (MDE): mock-ups of aircraft missiles, shipping containers, software for system integration and management, training stands, spare parts and technical support elements.
AIM-9X Block II missiles are highly accurate close air combat weapons with improved maneuverability, the ability to capture targets from the rear hemisphere, and compatibility with modern aircraft platforms, including the F-35.
This deal will be an important step in modernizing the Norwegian air force and strengthening its defense capability in the face of growing challenges in the northern theater of operations.
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