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Lockheed's Lamprey: A hitchhiking autonomous undersea drone for covert naval ops
defense16 days ago

Lockheed's Lamprey: A hitchhiking autonomous undersea drone for covert naval ops

Lockheed Martin unveiled Lamprey, a modular autonomous undersea vehicle that can hitch a ride on ships or submarines, recharge during missions, and launch drones, torpedoes, and decoys while carrying its own sensors. It can lie in wait on the seabed or operate near the surface, enabling covert surveillance, distributed sensing, and potential sea-denial capabilities. Questions remain about endurance, range, cost, and current development stage as the concept signals a broader move toward autonomous, distributed undersea warfare.

via The War Zone|
#defense#lamprey#lockheed-martin
The Silent Sentinel Behind Maduro’s Downfall
world25 days ago

The Silent Sentinel Behind Maduro’s Downfall

Lockheed Martin publicly confirmed that its secretive RQ-170 Sentinel stealth UAV helped a 2026 U.S. operation in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of Nicolás Maduro, signaling a rare public acknowledgment of the drone’s real-world use. The Sentinel’s passive sensors and high-altitude persistence provided real-time intelligence to support the mission, illustrating a shift from a strategic ISR asset to a tactical enabler in modern warfare.

via Yahoo|
#lockheed-martin#nicolas-maduro#rq-170-sentinel
Stealth Drone Linked to Maduro Mission, RQ-170 Confirmed
military25 days ago

Stealth Drone Linked to Maduro Mission, RQ-170 Confirmed

Lockheed Martin publicly confirmed that its RQ-170 Sentinel stealth drone participated in the January 3, 2023 operation targeting Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, flying alongside F-35 and F-22 jets and Sikorsky Black Hawks during Operation Absolute Resolve; the drone’s capabilities remain classified. This marks one of the rare public acknowledgments of the RQ-170’s real-world deployment, with Creech AFB units historically involved and prior links to surveillance roles in Iran and the bin Laden raid.

via Interesting Engineering|
#lockheed-martin#military#nicolas-maduro
Lockheed-Verified: RQ-170 Drones Aided Maduro Raid
defense27 days ago

Lockheed-Verified: RQ-170 Drones Aided Maduro Raid

Lockheed Martin has publicly confirmed that its RQ-170 Sentinel stealth drones participated in the January 3, 2026 operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro (Operation Absolute Resolve), alongside F-35s, F-22s, and other assets. The exact role of the drones remains undisclosed, but analysts say Sentinels could have provided persistent overhead surveillance and real-time intelligence for planning and post-strike assessments, underscoring the drone’s potential in high-stakes operations.

via The War Zone|
#defense#lockheed-martin#nicolas-maduro
Saildrone and Lockheed Move to Arm Unmanned Naval Vessels with JAGM Launchers
technology1 month ago

Saildrone and Lockheed Move to Arm Unmanned Naval Vessels with JAGM Launchers

Saildrone will fit its 20-meter Surveyor unmanned surface vessel with Lockheed Martin's Joint Air-to-Ground Missile launcher, signaling a push to arm naval drones while keeping a human in the loop; larger USVs may also host containerized missiles, with AI integration and a live-fire demo planned for next summer, as navies seek layered, deterrence-capable unmanned fleets, though theater differences complicate replication across conflicts.

via Defense News|
#human-in-the-loop#jagm#lockheed-martin
GE and Lockheed Hit Milestone with Liquid-Fueled Hypersonic Ramjet Demonstration
technology1 month ago

GE and Lockheed Hit Milestone with Liquid-Fueled Hypersonic Ramjet Demonstration

GE Aerospace and Lockheed Martin demonstrated a liquid-fueled rotating detonation ramjet in tests, showing potential for faster, farther missiles with lower production costs. The compact ramjet combines GE’s rotating detonation combustor with Lockheed Martin’s high-speed inlet, and tests at GE’s Niskayuna center validated ignition and cruise operation. The companies plan further maturation of the propulsion system in 2026.

via Lockheed Martin|
#ge-aerospace#hypersonic-missiles#lockheed-martin
defense1 month ago

Lockheed Martin and Pentagon to Triple Patriot Missile Production

The Department of War has signed a seven-year agreement with Lockheed Martin to significantly increase PAC-3 MSE missile production from 600 to 2,000 annually, aiming to stabilize demand, boost industrial capacity, and enhance national security through a new acquisition model that encourages long-term investment and supply chain efficiency.

via U.S. Department of War (.gov)|
#acquisition-strategy#defense#lockheed-martin
Finland Unveils First F-35A Stealth Fighter at Lockheed Martin
world2 months ago

Finland Unveils First F-35A Stealth Fighter at Lockheed Martin

Finland celebrated the debut of its first F-35A Lightning II fighter jet at Lockheed Martin's facility, marking a significant enhancement of its air capabilities and strengthening NATO and trans-Atlantic relations. The aircraft will bolster Finland's defense, improve interoperability with allies, and is part of a broader industrial partnership, with the first jet expected to be delivered in early 2026.

via Lockheed Martin|
#aerospace#f-35a#finland
Lockheed Martin Boosts Outlook Amid Strong Sales and Earnings
business4 months ago

Lockheed Martin Boosts Outlook Amid Strong Sales and Earnings

Lockheed Martin and RTX raised their full-year earnings outlooks, driven by strong demand and record contract awards, while Northrop Grumman lowered its sales guidance despite beating earnings expectations. RTX stock hit record highs, Lockheed Martin's shares declined slightly, and Northrop's stock slipped below a buy point amid mixed results. Overall, defense contractors are benefiting from increased U.S. defense spending, though some face operational challenges and market pressures.

via Investor's Business Daily|
#business#defense-stocks#earnings-forecast