The US State Department has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to Egypt of Stinger surface-to-air missiles (SAMs), the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) announced on 24 September 2024.
The proposed sale, which is worth an estimated USD 740 million (EUR 668 million), has been passed to the US Congress for final approval.
Egypt has requested to buy 720 Stinger missiles for vehicle-based use on existing Avenger air defence systems, including 20 Product Verification Flight Test (PVFT) munitions.
Also included in the package are spare and repair parts; testing equipment; US government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistical and programme support.
“The proposed sale will improve Egypt’s capability to meet current and future threats by enhancing Egypt’s ability to defend itself against regional malign actors and improve interoperability with systems operated by US forces and other regional security partners,” the DSCA stated. “Egypt’s continued investment in its defensive capabilities is crucial to protecting its borders, transportation infrastructure, and its residents.”
The principal contractor for the sale will be RTX Corporation out of its facilities in Tucson, Arizona.