U.S. Clears $292 Million Missile Sale to South Korea

The U.S. State Department authorized the sale of 70 AIM-120C-8 advanced medium-range air-to-air missiles to South Korea on Wednesday. This $292 million deal, intended to bolster regional security and air defense capabilities, positions RTX Corporation as the primary contractor tasked with delivering the sophisticated guidance sections and hardware.

Editorial·June 10, 2026·reads: 2,604

U.S. Clears $292 Million Missile Sale to South Korea

The transaction includes the delivery of specialized guidance units alongside the missiles, ensuring South Korea maintains its technical edge in aerial combat. RTX Corporation will manage the production and supply chain for the hardware, which arrives amid ongoing efforts to modernize the country’s defense infrastructure. This approval follows standard diplomatic and security review protocols for foreign military sales, reinforcing a long-standing defense partnership between Washington and Seoul.