Australia Expands Air Defense with U.S. Missile Sale
**Australia is poised to enhance its air defense capabilities with the recent approval of missile sales from the United States. The U.S. Department of State has formally greenlit the sale of AIM-120C and AIM-120D advanced medium-range air-to-air missiles to Australia. This deal is estimated to cost about $1.04 billion under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program.**
The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) announced the potential sale on April 9, 2025, providing Congress with the necessary certification. The contract includes 200 units of AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM missiles and 200 containers for AIM-120D-3 AMRAAM missiles, along with vital support equipment necessary for their operation. This comprehensive package also encompasses training, documentation, and logistical support tailored for the AIM-120 AMRAAM system.
