Vietnam to Buy $100 Million Worth Parts for its C-130 Aircraft

The U.S. Department of State has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Vietnam for C-130 sustainment services and related equipment estimated at $100 million.

The Government of Vietnam has requested to buy engine propellers; aircraft components, parts, and accessories; ground handling equipment; spare parts, consumables and accessories, and repair and return support; training aids, devices, and spare parts; unclassified software; unclassified publications; studies and surveys.

The proposed sale will improve Vietnam’s capability to meet current and future threats by ensuring the operational readiness of its C-130 aircraft fleet. The aircraft provides strategic airlift capabilities that directly support U.S. and coalition operations around the world. Vietnam will have no difficulty absorbing these articles and services into its armed forces.

The principal contractor will be RTX Corporation, located in Arlington, Virginia. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale.