The United States has approved a potential $570 million sale of RTX’s Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM) to the Netherlands, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) announced.
The package covers up to 232 AIM-120C-8 AMRAAMs and up to eight guidance sections. It also includes control section spares, captive air training missiles, missile containers, spare parts, consumables, and accessories. Repair and return support, personnel training, training equipment, and other related elements of logistics and program support are part of the deal.
“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,” DSCA stated.
The Netherlands currently fields AMRAAMs on its F-35 Lightning II aircraft and NASAMS ground-based air defense system. The missiles are designed for all-weather, beyond-visual-range engagements against targets including fighter aircraft, cruise missiles, helicopters, and drones.
The approval comes at a time when NATO members are reinforcing their air defense capabilities amid heightened regional security concerns. In recent months, Poland reported suspected Russian drones entering its airspace, while the Russia-Ukraine war continues to shape European defense planning.
Other alliance members have also submitted requests for advanced munitions. Finland has sought AIM-120D-3 AMRAAMs, Norway has requested GBU-39B Small Diameter Bombs, and Belgium has applied for AIM-9X Sidewinder missiles.
