Spain greenlights the acquisition of 68 AIM-120 AMRAAM Missiles

On October 30th, the Spanish Council of Ministers has given the green light for a procurement contract encompassing 68 AIM-120-C8 AMRAAM missiles, 4 AAVIs (AMRAAM Air Vehicle Instrumented), 10 testers, 20 captive missiles, and 5 additional containers for these captive missiles. These acquisitions are designated for use by the Spanish Air and Space Force and the Spanish Army (Ejército del Aire and Ejército de Tierra).

The estimated value of this missile purchase stands at €100 million. This acquisition is formalized through an amendment to the Contract for the Acquisition and Integration Support of the AMRAAM Missile Model with the United States Government, the sole provider of this weapons system. The incorporation of this equipment will ensure the maintenance and update of minimum reserve stocks for aircraft and weapon systems employed by the Spanish Air and Space Force and the Spanish Army that rely on these missiles, thereby enhancing their mission fulfillment and capabilities.

Included in the contract is a comprehensive logistical support package for the maintenance and upkeep of this equipment throughout its service life, complete with spare parts and technical documentation.

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