Saudi Arabia Reportedly Orders More Than 1,280 AIM-120 AMRAAM Missiles Ahead of F-35 Deal
Saudi Arabia has reportedly ordered more than 1,280 AIM-120 AMRAAM air-to-air missiles from the United States in a deal valued at approximately $3.5 billion, according to reports.
The reported weapons purchase comes ahead of a broader U.S.–Saudi agreement involving the potential acquisition of F-35 fighter jets by Riyadh.
Under the reported timeline, the United States would begin delivering the first batch of F-35s to Saudi Arabia in 2029. The process would also include preparations for Saudi military infrastructure, pilot and personnel training, weapons integration, and the delivery of associated support and maintenance systems.
The reported arrangements would represent a significant expansion of Saudi Arabia’s advanced air-combat capabilities and deepen military cooperation between Washington and Riyadh.
The specific missile order and the reported F-35 delivery timeline have not been independently confirmed here.