Milan, Dec. 6 (LaPresse) – The U.S. State Department has approved a sale to the Italian Government of Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles with Extended Range (JASSM-ER) and related equipment, with an estimated cost of $301 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency issued the required certification and notified Congress. The Italian Government requested the purchase of 100 air-to-surface missiles with extended range (JASSM-ER) AGM-158B/B-2. The package will also include: test equipment and classified JASSM containers; KGV-135A encryption devices; spare and repair parts, consumables, and accessories, as well as repair and return support; weapon system support and software; classified and unclassified software; classified and unclassified publications and technical documentation; transport support; on-site surveys; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistical support services; and other related program and logistical support items. The total estimated cost is $301 million.
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