Poland – Mobile Ground Control Approach Systems

Media/Public Contact
pm-cpa@state.gov
Transmittal No
24-69

WASHINGTON, November 1, 2024 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Poland of Mobile Ground Control Approach Systems and related elements of logistics and program support for an estimated cost of $105 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today.

The Government of Poland has requested to buy mobile Ground Control Approach (GCA-2000) systems, which consist of ultra high frequency radios; AN/UPX interrogators; radio navigation equipment; test equipment; precision navigation; spare and repair parts; consumables; accessories; warranties; publications and technical documentation; personnel training and training support; studies and surveys; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated total cost is $105 million.

This proposed sale will support the foreign policy goals and national security of the United States by improving the security of a NATO Ally that is a force for political and economic stability in Europe.

The proposed sale will improve Poland’s capability to meet current and future threats by bolstering its capabilities in air traffic control and reinforcing its commitment to provide secure and effective aviation services in accordance with international norms, while expanding its national defense capabilities and supporting the common defense of NATO. Poland will have no difficulty absorbing these additional systems into its armed forces.

The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region.

The principal contractor will be L3Harris, located in Melbourne, FL. There is no known offset agreement proposed in connection with this potential sale. Any offset agreement will be defined in negotiations between the purchaser and the contractor.

Implementation of this proposed sale will not require the assignment of any additional U.S. Government or contractor representatives to Poland.

There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale.

The description and dollar value are for the highest estimated quantity and dollar value based on initial requirements. Actual dollar value will be lower depending on final requirements, budget authority, and signed sales agreement(s), if and when concluded.

All questions regarding this proposed Foreign Military Sale should be directed to the State Department's Bureau of Political Military-Affairs, Office of Congressional and Public Affairs, pm-cpa@state.gov.