Taiwan Secures US Approval for $330M Aircraft Sustainment FMS

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The Department of State has approved a potential foreign military sale to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States, also known as TECRO, for non-standard spare and repair parts of F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter jet, C-130 Hercules transport aircraft and Indigenous Defense Fighter aircraft. The FMS is valued at an estimated cost of $330 million, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency said.

What Items Are Included in the Request?

TECRO plans to purchase non-standard components, consumables, accessories, and repair and return support for its F-16, C-130 and Indigenous Defense Fighter aircraft fleet. The package also includes U.S. government and contractor engineering, technical and logistics services, along with other elements of program and logistics support.

According to DSCA, the request is consistent with U.S. statutes and policy outlined in Public Law 96-8.

How Would the Sale Affect Regional Security?

The sale would support U.S. national, economic and security interests by aiding Taiwan’s ongoing military modernization and its ability to sustain a credible defensive posture, the agency said. The parts and support are expected to help maintain fleet readiness and enable the recipient to address current and emerging threats.

In December 2024, the U.S. Air Force awarded Leidos a firm-fixed-price contract worth $987 million to provide F-16 fighter jet support to the Taiwanese military.

TECRO also requested and received approval from the State Department for its proposed purchase of aircraft spare parts and related equipment worth $228 million.