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defense19 days ago•1 min saved

Pentagon Awards Raytheon $20.7B to Double AMRAAM Output

The U.S. Department of Defense awarded Raytheon a multiyear contract worth up to $20.7 billion to nearly double production of Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM). The deal, part of the 'Arsenal of Freedom' initiative, aims to replenish stockpiles depleted by recent conflicts and support allies. While the contract was signed in September, full funding remains pending congressional approval, raising concerns about industry investment delays.

via Defense News|

#amraam #arsenal-of-freedom #defense

technology4 months ago•3 min saved

Boeing Expands MQ-28 Ghost Bat Capabilities for Longer Range and Greater Payload

Boeing unveiled extended MQ-28 Ghost Bat capabilities at the ILA Berlin Air Show, including a larger wingspan for increased range and payload, Beyond Line of Sight links for remote operations, two internal weapon stations (capable of AMRAAM or SDBs) and options for external stations, with upgrades developed with the Royal Australian Air Force and rolled out via a spiral upgrade to enhance mission flexibility and interoperability.

via Boeing Newsroom|

#amraam #beyond-line-of-sight #extended-range

defense3 years ago•2 min saved

US awards over $1 billion in AMRAAM missile contracts, including for Ukraine.

The US Air Force has awarded a $1.2 billion contract to RTX to produce the next lot of AIM-120 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles, with part of the deal covering missiles for sale to multiple foreign allies and partners, including Ukraine. RTX will produce AMRAAM weapons, telemetry systems, and spare parts in Tucson, Arizona, under the contract, and is expected to finish work on Lot 37 of the missiles by the end of January 2027.

via Defense News|

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