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Australia Receives US OK for Northrop’s Air-Launched Anti-Radiation Missiles

Technology, Australia, Defense Security Cooperation, General News, National Security
October 1, 2024October 2, 2024By Brianne Monterey
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Australia Receives US OK for Northrop’s Air-Launched Anti-Radiation Missiles
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The U.S. Department of State has approved Australia’s request to acquire AGM-88G long-range anti-radiation missiles from Northrop Grumman.

The possible foreign military sale, valued at $405 million, are for:

  • 100 AGM-88G extended range advanced anti-radiation guided missiles with GPS precise positioning system that uses SAASM or M-Code anti-spoofing technology,
  • 24 AGM-88G AARGM-ER guidance sections (spares), and
  • 24 AGM-88G AARGM-ER control sections (spares).
     

The order has several non-major defense equipment items, including missile containers, software (classified and unclassified) and engineering support.

The U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency said the decision to approve the possible FMS aligns with the United States’ foreign policy and national security objectives. It added that the deal will enhance Australia’s aircraft survivability with a capability to address existing and future threats from land- or sea-based radar emitters.

According to Northrop Grumman, the AARGM-ER supersonic, air-launched tactical missile system offers new high-performance aircraft, propulsion systems and advanced warheads an opportunity to enhance counter-air defense capabilities.

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