Pakistani F-16s Approved for $450 Million Sustainment, Equipment

The U.S. State Department approving a  Foreign Military Sale to Pakistan of F-16 sustainment and related equipment for an estimated cost of $450 million.

The proposed sale does not include any new capabilities, weapons, or munitions.

The Government of Pakistan has requested to consolidate prior F-16 sustainment and support cases to support the Pakistan Air Force F-16 fleet by reducing duplicate case activities and adding additional continued support elements.

Included are U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics services for follow-on support of Pakistan’s F-16 fleet to include:

• Participation in F-16 Aircraft Structural Integrity Program
• Electronic Combat International Security Assistance Program
• International Engine Management Program
• Engine Component Improvement Program, and other technical coordination groups
• Aircraft and engine hardware and software modifications and support
• Aircraft and engine spare repair/return parts
• Accessories and support equipment
• Classified and unclassified software and software support
• Publications, manuals, and technical documentation
• Precision measurement, calibration, lab equipment, and technical support services
• Studies and surveys
• Other related elements of aircraft maintenance and program support.

The proposed sale will continue the sustainment of Pakistan’s F-16 fleet, which greatly improves Pakistan’s ability to support counterterrorism operations through its robust air-to-ground capability.