HomeTagsTHAAD

THAAD

MIM-104 Patriot: The Missile Shield Defending the Skies, Explained

Discover our guide to the MIM-104 Patriot, detailing its capabilities, evolution, and role in modern air and missile defense across global battlefields.

L3Harris Wins $400M THAAD Missile Upgrade Contract

L3Harris Technologies has received a $400-million contract to produce additional solid rocket booster motors and Liquid Divert and Attitude Control Systems for the US THAAD missile defense system.

Next Generation Interceptor: Reinventing Homeland Missile Defense

The Next Generation Interceptor keeps homeland defense sharp against evolving missile threats. Here’s what it is, why it was built, and how it shapes future operations.

Lockheed Martin to Quadruple THAAD Interceptor Production for US and Allies

Lockheed Martin and the US Department of Defense have agreed to expand production of THAAD interceptors to meet growing global demand for missile defense.

US Awards Lockheed Martin $2 Billion for THAAD Interceptors

The US Missile Defense Agency has awarded Lockheed Martin a $2-billion contract to produce Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) interceptors.

The Ultimate Guide to THAAD: America’s Kinetic Shield in a Volatile World

An in-depth look at the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system — how it works, where it’s deployed, and its role in global missile defense.

US Receives First Upgraded AN/TPY-2 Radar For Boosted Hypersonic Defense

The US Missile Defense Agency has received its first upgraded AN/TPY-2 radar to detect, track, and discriminate among ballistic missile threats.

Saudi Arabia Boosts Local Manufacturing of THAAD Components

Saudi Arabia has produced the first locally made parts for the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense missile launcher.

Lockheed Awarded $2.8 Billion THAAD 6.0 Development Contract

The Missile Defense Agency has awarded Lockheed Martin a THAAD development contract with a ceiling of $2.81 billion.

US Receives 900th THAAD Interceptor

The US Missile Defense Agency has taken delivery of its 900th Terminal High Altitude Area Defense interceptor from Lockheed Martin.

Chinese Ballistic Missile Defense System to Be Unveiled This Week

China is set to unveil its Hongqi-19 (HQ-19) missile defense system at the upcoming Zhuhai Airshow 2024 this week.

Advanced US Missile System ‘in Place’ in Israel: Pentagon

An advanced THAAD missile defense battery is now "in place" in Israel, Pentagon chief Lloyd Austin said, as Washington seeks to help shield the country against Iranian attacks.

South Korea THAAD Deployment Receives Environmental Clearance

South Korea completed an environmental impact assessment of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system Wednesday, paving the way for its full deployment.

Lockheed to Equip US THAAD With Rocketdyne Boost Motors, Thrusters

Lockheed Martin has contracted Aerojet Rocketdyne to produce solid rocket motors that power the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system.

Lockheed to Upgrade Aegis Weapon System for Guam Deployment

The US Missile Defense Agency has awarded Lockheed Martin a $527 million contract to upgrade the Aegis Weapon System for Guam deployment.

S. Korea to Install Electromagnetic Wave Detectors Near THAAD Base

South Korea will receive eight electromagnetic wave detectors for the US missile shield base in the southeastern county of Seongju.

BAE Systems to Produce THAAD Infrared Seeker

BAE Systems has received a contract from Lockheed Martin to design and produce next-generation infrared seeker technology.

US to Invest $900M in New Guam Missile Defense System

The US military is proposing a nearly $900 million budget to procure a new missile defense system for Guam.

Lockheed Wins $4.7B Radar, THAAD Air Defense System Deal for US Ally

Lockheed Martin has clinched two contracts totaling $4.7 billion to manufacture radar and air defense systems for the US and allied nations.

US Army Test-Fires Patriot Interceptor From THAAD Air Defense System

Lockheed Martin, the Missile Defense Agency, and the US Army test-fired the PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement interceptor with the THAAD Weapon System, demonstrating further integration.

Saudi, Lockheed Martin in Missile Defense Deal

Saudi Arabia announced a deal with Lockheed Martin to manufacture elements of the missile defenses of the Gulf state, the target of frequent cross-border attacks by rebels in Yemen.

US to deploy additional troops, Patriot batteries and THAAD system to Saudi Arabia

The Pentagon will deploy additional troops and equipment to Saudi Arabia and US Central Command amid tensions with Iran

US to deploy new Patriot missile battery, 4 Sentinel radars to Saudi Arabia

The US will deploy a new Patriot missile battery and four Sentinel radar systems to Saudi Arabia in response to attacks on oil facilities

US carries out successful THAAD remote launcher test

The US carried out a successful intercept test of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system, the first using a remote launcher kit