호주, 토마호크 구입 FMS 승인

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토마호크 블록V 200발, 블록 IV 20발, 토마호크 웨펀 시스템의 세 구성요소인 AUR(All Up Round), 전술토마호크무장통제시스템(TTWCS; Tactical Tomahawk Weapon Control System), 전구임무계획센터(TMPC; Theater Mission Planning Center)가 모두 포함됐다고 합니다. 규모는 8억 9천 5백만 달러입니다. 

저 세 체계까지 같이 도입된다면, 미국이 알려주는 등 표적 정보만 얻는다면 경로 등은 호주가 알아서 설정하고 쏠 수 있는 걸까요? 아니면 안에 들어가는 지도 데이터 등은 미국이 통제하려나요. 일본이 도입하는 토마호크도 저 세 시스템이 같이 들어갈 지 FMS 공고 뜰 때 지켜봐야겠습니다. 

https://www.dsca.mil/press-media/major-arms-sales/australia-tomahawk-weapon-system

Australia – Tomahawk Weapon System | Defense Security Cooperation Agency

AUSTRALIA – TOMAHAWK WEAPON SYSTEM

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Press Release - Australia 23-02 CN.pdf

Media/Public Contact

pm-cpa@state.gov

Transmittal No

23-02

WASHINGTON, March 16, 2023 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Australia of Tomahawk Block V and Block IV All Up Rounds

(AUR) and related equipment for an estimated cost of $895 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today.

The Government of Australia has requested to buy up to two hundred (200) Tomahawk Block V All Up Rounds (AUR) (RGM-109E); and up to twenty (20) Tomahawk Block IV All Up Rounds (AUR) (RGM-109E). Also included is support for all three segments of Australia’s Tomahawk Weapon System (TWS) to include the All Up Round (AUR), the Tactical Tomahawk Weapon Control System (TTWCS) and the Theater Mission Planning Center (TMPC). The support consists of unscheduled missile maintenance; spares; procurement; training; in-service support; software; hardware; communication equipment; operational flight test; engineering and technical expertise to maintain the TWS capability; and other related elements of logistical and program support. The estimated total cost is $895 million.

This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States. Australia is one of our most important allies in the Western Pacific. The strategic location of this political and economic power contributes significantly to ensuring peace and economic stability in the region. It is vital to the U.S. national interest to assist our ally in developing and maintaining a strong and ready self-defense capability.

The proposed sale will improve Australia’s capability to interoperate with U.S. maritime forces and other allied forces as well as its ability to contribute to missions of mutual interest. By deploying the Tomahawk Weapon System, Australia will contribute to global readiness and enhance the capability of U.S. Forces operating alongside them globally. Australia will use the enhanced capability as a deterrent to regional threats and to strengthen its homeland defense. Australia will have no difficulty absorbing this equipment into its armed forces.

The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region.

The prime U.S. contractor will be Raytheon Missiles and Defense, Tucson, AZ. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale.

Implementation of this proposed sale will require multiple trips by U.S. Government representatives and contractor personnel to visit Australia on a temporary basis over the life of the case to support delivery and integration of items and to provide supply support management, inventory control, and equipment familiarization. Visits will also include program and technical reviews.

There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale

This notice of a potential sale is required by law. The description and dollar value is 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.

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