U.S. Approves $184M Satellite Communication System Sale to Czech Republic

The U.S. State Department has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale of a Large Enterprise Terminals (LET) satellite communications system and related support to the Government of the Czech Republic.

The proposed deal, valued at approximately $184 million, includes logistics, program support, and necessary communication equipment. This notification was conveyed to Congress by the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) today, fulfilling a critical step in the foreign military sales process.

The Czech Republic’s purchase request includes a two-sector, fixed satellite communications system that incorporates non-Major Defense Equipment (MDE) items. These items consist of communications gear, spare parts, consumables, training for Czech personnel, and engineering support provided by U.S. government and contracted experts. The complete package is intended to bolster the Czech Republic’s homeland defense and enhance its capability to respond to regional threats.

This sale aligns with U.S. foreign policy and national security goals by reinforcing the defense capabilities of a NATO ally. The Czech Republic’s acquisition of the LET system aims to improve interoperability with the U.S. and NATO allies, thereby promoting regional stability and economic resilience in Europe.

The satellite communications equipment will be sourced from U.S. Government stock, and there are no offset agreements tied to this transaction.