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Javelin Missile: India Signs LOA With US Under FMS Route

31 August 20261 min read
DEFENCE & SECURITYJavelin Missile:India Signs LOAWith US UnderFMS Route31 August 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

India finalised a Letter of Offer and Acceptance with the US for Javelin missiles, using fast-track emergency powers.

Key facts

  • Deal paper: Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA).
  • Route: US Foreign Military Sales (FMS).
  • Powers used: emergency procurement.
  • System: FGM-148 Javelin ATGM.

About the Javelin

FeatureDetail
TypeShoulder-fired, man-portable, third-generation ATGM
MakerJavelin Joint Venture: Raytheon (RTX) and Lockheed Martin
In service since1996, with US Armed Forces
TargetsMain battle tanks, armoured vehicles, fortified bunkers, low-flying helicopters
Design aimLight, survivable point-and-shoot weapon for dismounted infantry, with no wire guidance or exposure after launch

Exam angle

  • Full form: ATGM means Anti-Tank Guided Missile.
  • Route: Foreign Military Sales.
  • Entered service: 1996.

Test yourself

1. Under which route is India procuring the Javelin anti-tank missile from the United States?

The purchase is through the Foreign Military Sales route.

2. The Javelin missile is produced by a joint venture of Raytheon (RTX) and which company?

The Javelin Joint Venture is between Raytheon and Lockheed Martin.

3. In which year did the Javelin enter service with the US Armed Forces?

It entered service in 1996.

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