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F-22 Raptor: America’s Stealth Air Dominance Platform

The F-22 Raptor remains one of the most capable air superiority fighters ever built. This guide takes a closer look at what makes it tick: stealth, supercruise, and the role it plays in modern air combat.

Ultra Maritime to Support Canada’s River-Class Destroyers Throughout Service Life 

Ultra Maritime has secured multiple contracts from Lockheed Martin Canada to provide lifecycle support for the Royal Canadian Navy’s River-class destroyers.

US Army Receives First Javelin Lightweight Command Launch Units

The US Army has taken delivery of its first Javelin Lightweight Command Launch Units from the Javelin Joint Venture formed by Raytheon and Lockheed Martin.

US Coast Guard Plans Craft-Mounted Microwave Weapon to Counter Smuggling Boats 

The US Coast Guard plans to work with Lockheed Martin to develop a craft-mounted high-power microwave effector to counter smuggling vessels. 

MK 48 Torpedo: A Heavyweight Undersea Strike Weapon

This guide on the Mk 48 torpedo explains its development, guidance systems, and role in modern submarine-launched naval warfare.

Lockheed Martin Breaks Ground on New THAAD Missile Plant in Alabama

Lockheed Martin has begun construction on a new missile production factory in Troy, Alabama, as the company moves to accelerate output of Terminal High Altitude Area Defense interceptors amid rising global demand for air and missile defense systems.

Canada Boosts CC-130J Hercules Fleet With $1.15B Maintenance and Upgrade Deal 

Canada has signed contract amendments worth $1.15 billion with Lockheed Martin to extend maintenance and upgrade support for the Royal Canadian Air Force’s CC-130J Hercules fleet.

Pentagon Funds Major F-35 EW Modernization Under $991M Contract 

The US has awarded Lockheed Martin a $991-million contract to deliver 432 modification kits for the F-35 electronic warfare system.

Australia Taps Lockheed for Virginia Submarine Combat Systems

Australia has chosen Lockheed Martin as the preferred combat system integration partner for its future fleet of Virginia-class submarines.

Lockheed’s NGC2 Prototype Proves Out in Balikatan 2026 Live-Fire Test

Lockheed Martin's Next Generation Command and Control prototype underwent operational testing during exercise Balikatan 2026.

Lockheed Wins $407M Contract to Boost Guam’s Missile Defense System

The US Missile Defense Agency has awarded Lockheed Martin a $407-million contract modification to continue the development of the primary missile defense system in Guam.

Lockheed Martin Completes NGSRI Seeker Characterization Flight Test

Lockheed Martin has completed a key flight test of a missile seeker for the US Army’s Next-Generation Short-Range Interceptor competition.

Cubic Defense to Supply 140 F-35 Air Combat Training Subsystems

California company Cubic Defense is set to deliver air combat training subsystems for Lockheed Martin’s F-35 Lot 21 production aircraft.

Nokia, Lockheed Push 5G Into Battlefield Use

Nokia Federal Solutions and Lockheed Martin are moving 5G closer to battlefield use, aiming to give US forces secure, high-speed communications in contested environments.

Lockheed Martin Unveils Lithuania’s First HIMARS Launchers

Lockheed Martin, together with Lithuania’s Ministry of National Defence, has unveiled Lithuania’s first HIMARS launchers at the US company’s Camden site in Arkansas.

Lockheed Martin Moves First GPS IIIF Satellite Closer to Launch Milestone

Lockheed Martin has completed a key production milestone for a next-generation GPS IIIF satellite, bringing the program closer to its first launch.

Israel Approves Deal to Buy Fighter Jets From US

Israel approved a deal to acquire two combat squadrons of fighter jets, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu saying it would “reinforce” its air superiority.

Lockheed to Supply Training Package for US Navy TACAMO Aircraft Program

Lockheed Martin will provide training devices and support services for the US Navy’s ongoing Take Charge and Move Out modernization program.

Lockheed Wins $1B HIMARS Production Deal for US, Five Allied Nations

Lockheed Martin has secured a $1.13-billion contract to produce M142 HIMARS for the US and five allied countries.

Raytheon Delivers Second Missile-Warning Sensor to US Space Force

Raytheon has delivered its second sensor to Lockheed Martin, the lead contractor for the US Space Force’s mid-latitude missile warning and tracking satellite program.

What Is the M270 MLRS? The Precision Rocket Launcher Powering Modern Artillery

The M270 MLRS stands at the center of modern artillery. This guide looks at how it enables rapid strikes, flexible targeting, and sustained battlefield support.

Australia Selects HIMARS Over StrikeMaster for Long-Range Fires

Australia has selected Lockheed Martin’s High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) and the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) to enhance the army’s long-range strike capabilities.

US Invests in F-35 Test Fleet to Fast-Track Future Upgrades

The US Department of Defense has awarded Lockheed Martin a $177M contract modification to construct three F-35 flight sciences test aircraft.

US Confirms Peru Purchase of 12 Fighter Jets Despite Row

Lockheed Martin confirmed the purchase by Peru of 12 F-16 fighter jets in a deal that sparked fierce divisions within Peru's government.