U.S. Approves $250 Million Fighter Jet Training Package for Australia

The U.S. State Department said it has approved a possible sale to Australia of a training program and related equipment for F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler fighter aircraft. The estimated value of the package is $250 million.

The announcement did not say the deal has been completed, only that it has received approval at this stage. The package covers training and accompanying equipment tied to the two aircraft types.

The Super Hornet and Growler are both Boeing-built platforms used by Australia, and the approval signals a potential further defense procurement between the two allies. No additional details were provided in the statement about delivery timing or the number of aircraft involved.