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Norway – AIM-9X Block II Tactical Missiles

Media/Public Contact: pm-cpa@state.gov
Transmittal No. 25-14
WASHINGTON, May 2, 2025 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Norway of AIM-9X Block II Tactical Missiles and related equipment for an estimated cost of $370.9 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today.
The Government of Norway has requested to buy three hundred (300) AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder tactical missiles; two (2) AIM 9X Block II special air training missiles (NATM); twenty-four (24) AIM 9X Block II captive air training missiles (CATM); twenty (20) AIM 9X Block II Tactical Guidance Units; and twenty (20) AIM 9X Block II CATM Guidance Units. The following non-MDE items will also be included: dummy air training missiles; missile containers; software; training; support equipment; spare and repair parts; publications
and technical documentation; transportation; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistical support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated total program cost is $370.9 million.
This proposed sale will support the foreign policy goals and national security objectives of the United States by improving the security of a NATO Ally that is a force for political stability and economic progress in Europe.
The proposed sale will improve Norway’s capability to meet current and future threats by ensuring aviation forces’ interoperability with the United States and other NATO members. Norway will have no difficulty absorbing these weapons into its armed forces.
The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region.
The principal contractor will be RTX Corporation, located in Tucson, AZ. 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.
Implementation of the proposed sale will require the assignment of three U.S. Government and three contractor representatives to Norway on a temporary basis in conjunction with program technical oversight and support requirements.
There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale.
The description and dollar value are for the highest estimated quantity and dollar value based on initial requirements. Actual dollar value will be lower depending on final requirements, budget authority, and signed sales agreement(s), if and when concluded.
All questions regarding this proposed Foreign Military Sale should be directed to the State Department's Bureau of Political Military-Affairs, Office of Congressional and Public Affairs, pm-cpa@state.gov.