The US Department of State has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to the Republic of Korea for AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II tactical missiles and related equipment. The estimated total cost is US $125 million (approx. A $175 million).
South Korea has requested to buy 103 AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II tactical missiles; and ten AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II Tactical Guidance Units.
The following non-major defence equipment items will also be included: active optical target detector; training; weapon system support; training aids and devices; spare parts; US Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support.
The principal contractor will be RTX Corporation, located in Arlington, Virginia.
Implementation of this proposed sale will not require the assignment of any additional US Government or contractor representatives to the Republic of Korea.