The US State Department has cleared an emergency foreign military sale worth $70.5 million to Jordan, focusing on sustaining and upgrading key aircraft platforms. The deal covers support services and equipment for Jordan’s F-16, F-5, and C-130 fleets, ensuring continued mission readiness. Approved without standard Congressional review due to urgent security concerns, the package responds to escalating threats in the region, including recent attacks involving drones and missiles. S&K Aerospace will serve as the primary contractor for the program. The sale supports Jordan’s role in regional stability and complements broader US efforts to strengthen allied defense capabilities, including parallel approvals for advanced systems in other Gulf nations.
