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State Approves TLAMs for Australia, Hellfires for Poland

Defense Daily Staff

Thursday, March 16th, 2023

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State Approves TLAMs for Australia, Hellfires for Poland

Virginia-class submarine built by General Dynamics's Electric Boat division. Labor shortages crimped the program during the second quarter. Photo: GD

The State Department has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to Australia for Tomahawk Block V and Block IV All Up Rounds worth $895 million and Hellfire missiles to Poland for $150 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress of the possible sales on Thursday. Australia wants to buy up to 200 Block V AURs and 20 Block IV AURs. Also included is support for all three segments of Australia’s Tomahawk Weapon System (TWS) to include the All Up…

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