US Congress to consider $2.3 billion sale of Black Hawk helicopters to Norway

The US State Department has approved a potential sale to Norway of UH-60M Black Hawk multipurpose helicopters, along with related equipment and systems, for a total of $2.3 billion, the State Department said in a post on its website.

According to Report, Norway had previously requested the purchase of 21 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters, as well as engines and weapons for them, along with a wide range of systems, including navigation equipment, communications systems and protection systems.

"The total estimated value of the contract is $2.3 billion," the published document said.

The U.S. administration has already notified Congress of its approval of the potential arms sale. Congress has 15 days to review the proposed deal and decide whether to block it.