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Denmark will acquire up to three P-8A multi-mission maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft with indirect fire protection capability under a possible US$1.8 billion foreign military sale approved by the US State Department.
The US Congress was notified of the possible foreign military sale by the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) on 29 December 2025.
The possible sale also includes:
- 4 Multifunctional Distribution System Joint Tactical Radio Systems.
- 4 Guardian Laser Transmitter Assemblies for the AN/AAQ-24(V)N.
- 4 system processor replacements for AN/AAQ-24(V)N with Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Modules (SAASM).
- 8 LN-251 with embedded global positioning systems/inertial navigations systems with SAASMs.
Other items includes Tactical Open Mission Software, electro-optical and infrared MX-20HD systems, NexGEN Missile Warning Sensors for the AN/AAQ-24N, ALQ-213 early warning management systems, A/N UPX-43 interrogators, KIV-78A cryptographic appliques, A/N APX-123A Identification Friend or Foe transmitters, radios, KY-100M communications security devices and logistics support services.
“This proposed sale will support the foreign policy goals and national security objectives of the United States by improving the security of a NATO ally that is a force for political stability and economic progress in Europe,” according to a statement published by the US DSCA on 29 December 2025.
“The proposed sale will enhance Denmark’s capability to meet current and future threats by providing a credible force that is capable of deterring adversaries and participating in NATO operations.
“The proposed sale will support its goal of improving national and territorial defence as well as interoperability with US and NATO forces. Denmark will have no difficulty absorbing this equipment into its armed forces.
“The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the military balance in the region. There will be no adverse impact on US defence readiness as a result of this proposed sale.
“Implementation of this proposed sale will require 11 to 14 US government and contractor representatives to travel to Denmark for a duration of up to two years to support aircraft fielding and maintenance, mission systems, training, and logistics and engineering technical assistance.”
The principal contractor is expected to be the Boeing Company.
