The US State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to the Government of Belgium of Hellfire missiles and related equipment for an estimated cost of up to US $79 million (approx. A $119 million). The US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) has delivered the required certification notifying Congress.
The Government of Belgium has requested to buy up to 240 Hellfire missiles (AGM-114R2).
The following non-MDE items will also be included: US Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services; support equipment; communications and training equipment; ammunition, spare parts, consumables, accessories, and repair and return support; facility design; classified and unclassified publications; technical documentation; personnel training and training equipment; studies and surveys; and other related elements of logistics and program support.
This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by improving the security of a NATO Ally which is an important force for political stability and economic progress in Europe.
The proposed sale will improve Belgium’s combat capability for counterterrorism operations. Belgium is a long-time operator of several advanced air-to-ground munitions via its F-35 and F-16 programs.
The principal contractor will be Lockheed Martin Corporation, located in Troy, Alabama.