Dutch F-16 Pilot Training and Logistics Support

US Defense Security Cooperation Agency, WASHINGTON: The Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress of a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Netherlands of F-16 pilot training and logistics support as well as associated equipment and services. The total value, if all options are exercised, could be as high as $200 million. 
 
The Government of the Netherlands has requested a possible sale to establish a Continental United States (CONUS)-based Royal Netherlands Air Force F-16 Formal Training Unit (FTU) to include: 130 Laser Guided Training rounds, 150,000 20mm Target Practice training bullets, 3,750 BDU-33 low-drag training bombs, 875 MK-106 high-drag training bombs, pilot training, JP-8 fuel, air refueling support, CONUS base start up, base operating support, facilities, and other related operational/logistics services and support. The estimated cost is $200 million. 
 
This proposed sale contributes to the foreign policy and national security objectives of the U.S. by improving the military capabilities of the Netherlands and enhancing standardization and interoperability with U.S. forces. 
 
Springfield-Beckley Air National Guard Base, Ohio is where the Netherlands Air Force will train aircrews in aircraft operations and tactics. This training will enhance the Royal Netherlands Air Force