Overview
- The US State Department approved a possible $404 million Foreign Military Sale for MC-55A Baseline 2 upgrades, notifying Congress on August 6, 2025.
- Australia’s request covers major and minor airframe modifications, spare parts, consumables, repair services, engineering and logistics support for its four MC-55A Peregrines.
- L3Harris Technologies in Greenville, Texas will serve as the principal contractor for the upgrade and sustainment program.
- The sale aligns with US foreign policy goals by reinforcing an allied self-defense capability while maintaining the basic military balance and US readiness.
- The upgrades aim to boost Australia’s electronic warfare and intelligence collection operations in the Western Pacific without requiring additional US personnel.