Orlando, Florida, January 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) $270 million The company has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Air Force to integrate a next-generation infrared defense sensor system on the F-22 Raptor.
The F-22 will soon be equipped with a newly developed distributed and implantable TacIRST sensor, known as the Infrared Defense System (IRDS), developed by Lockheed Martin to increase aircraft survivability and lethality. It is planned. In addition to managing IRDS integration on the F-22, the company also plans to support integration on other platforms.
“We understand the need for advanced, versatile infrared systems like IRDS that make pilots’ missions more survivable and lethal against current and future adversaries.” . hank tuckerVice President, Mission Systems, Lockheed Martin. “We are committed to supporting the Air Force through continued innovation in our capabilities to deter and defeat evolving threats.”
Justin Taylor“Lockheed Martin is leveraging our expertise in fifth-generation aircraft and air superiority systems to integrate capabilities that ensure uninterrupted flight, delivering key capabilities for the Raptor,” said Lockheed Martin’s vice president of the F-22 program. We are proud to continue to partner with the Air Force in this modernization effort.” U.S. air superiority now and in the future. ”
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