The US State Department has approved a possible foreign military sale of AMRAAM-ER missiles to Denmark as part of the country’s ongoing air and missile defense modernization efforts.
The proposed sale, estimated at up to $951 million, would provide Denmark with 236 AMRAAM-ER missiles, five AIM-120C-8 guidance sections, load trainers, missile containers, and associated support equipment. The package also includes spare parts, consumables, and full logistics and program support.
The Defense Security Cooperation Agency said the RTX-manufactured missiles would equip Denmark with advanced air-to-air weapons for its fighter aircraft and extended-range surface-to-air munitions for ground-based air defense systems.
Once approved, the sale would enhance Denmark’s operational compatibility with US and allied NATO forces.
The move follows Washington’s approval earlier in December of a separate $3.73 billion defense package for Denmark, covering an Integrated Battle Command System with Indirect Fire Protection Capability and 200 AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM missiles.
The prospective AMRAAM-ER acquisition aligns with Denmark’s broader push to strengthen air and missile defense capabilities as part of its deterrence strategy amid heightened tensions related to Russia.
Copenhagen has already committed to a €500 million ($579 million) contract with Kongsberg for NASAMS, which is capable of firing both standard and extended-range AMRAAM missiles.
NASAMS can also deploy AIM-9X Sidewinder missiles, and in November the US approved a potential sale of up to 340 AIM-9X rounds to Denmark.
In parallel, Denmark has expanded its layered air defense network with the acquisition of additional IRIS-T SLM fire units designed to counter a wide range of aerial threats, including cruise missiles and drones.
