![]() ![]() The AVEL is very stiff in order to control missile movement in the weapons bay and supply the proper ejection forces on the missile. Six launchers mounted in the main weapon bays carry and launch the AMRAAMs. The F-22 carries its primary armament, the AIM-120C Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM) internally on the EDO Corp.-built LAU-142/A pneudraulic (pneumatic and hydraulic) launcher, called the AMRAAM Vertical Eject Launcher (AVEL). This is a groundbreaking requirement made even tougher by tight clearances and flow fields that result from internal carriage. The F-22 has a requirement to launch weapons throughout the service envelope at roll rates up to 100 degrees per second. Historically, bay acoustics and weapon re-contact with structure during separation have been issues. The F-111 and F-117 have internal bays as well as older aircraft like the F-102, F-105, and F-106. Launching weapons from an internal bay is not a new problem. The limited space drove the configuration of the launchers and acoustic suppression devices. ![]() The aircraft is essentially wrapped around its internal bay, which is an essential characteristic of the F-22's stealthy design. The weapons bay played a huge role in the design evolution of the F-22. With the Global Positioning System-guided JDAM, the F-22 had an adverse weather capability to supplement the F-117 (and later the Joint Strike Fighter) for air-to-ground missions after achieving air dominance. For its air-to-ground role, the F-22 can internally carry two 1,000 pound-class Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM), two AIM-120C, and two AIM-9 missiles. Actual dollar value will be lower depending on final requirements, budget authority, and signed sales agreement(s), if and when concluded.For its primary air-to-air role, the F-22 carries six AIM-120C and two AIM-9 missiles. The description and dollar value is for the highest estimated quantity and dollar value based on initial requirements. This notice of a potential sale is required by law. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. Government or contractor representatives to Norway. Implementation of this proposed sale will not require the assignment of any additional U.S. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. The principal contractor will be Raytheon Missile Systems Company, Tucson, Arizona. The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. Norway will have no difficulty absorbing these weapons into its armed forces. European Command’s goal of combined air operations interoperability and standardization between Norwegian and U.S. The proposed sale will improve Norway’s capability to meet current and future threats by providing advanced air-to-air capability for its F-35A fleet, enabling it to fulfill NATO missions and meet U.S. 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 an important force for political stability and economic progress in Europe. The estimated total cost is $950 million. Government and contractor engineering, technical and logistics support services, studies and surveys and other related elements of logistical and program support. Also included are AIM-120 Control Sections, Captive Air Training Missiles (CATMs), and missile containers weapon system support equipment integration support and test equipment transportation repair and return support and equipment warranties classified and unclassified software delivery and support spare and repair parts, consumables, and accessories publications and technical documentation maintenance and maintenance support personnel training and training equipment U.S. The Government of Norway has requested to buy up to two hundred five (205) AIM-120 D-series Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAMs) up to sixty (60) AIM-120 C-8 or D-series AMRAAMs and four (4) AIM-120D AMRAAM Guidance Sections. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today. The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Norway of AIM-120 C-8 or D Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles and related equipment for an estimated cost of $950 million. ![]()
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