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U.S. Discusses European Co-Production of AMRAAM Missiles
The United States is holding talks with Germany and other European nations on setting up local manufacturing of Raytheon's AIM-120 AMRAAM missiles and a maintenance facility for Patriot missiles.
Jul 7, 3:04 AM·1m read3 sources
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The discussions also cover creation of a maintenance facility for Patriot missiles on the continent.
The talks focus on moving some production and support work for the two missile systems to European sites. No timeline or participating companies beyond Raytheon were specified in the reports.
Background on the Missile Systems The AIM-120 AMRAAM is an active radar-guided air-to-air missile used by multiple air forces. The Patriot system provides surface-to-air defense and requires regular maintenance of its interceptor missiles. Raytheon produces both weapon systems for U.S. and allied customers.
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