U.S. approves potential sale to S. Korea of AIM-9X air-to-air missiles

WASHINGTON -- The US government has authorized a potential sale to South Korea of AIM-9X air-to-air missiles and related equipment, the State Department said Friday, noting that the proposed sale will help enhance the Asian ally's air defense capabilities. The department announced its decision on the potential government-to-government Foreign Military Sale, which is estimated to cost $125 million. The proposed sale requires congressional notification and review. South Korea has requested the pur