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Lockheed Martin to quadruple THAAD anti-missile interceptor production
Israel’s closest parallel to the THAAD is the Arrow anti-missile system, but the systems employ different defensive capabilities.
Israel's XTEND joins with Lockheed Martin's Skunk Works for multi-drone mission execution
Three new F-35 jets arrive in Israel, air force fleet grows to 48 aircraft
US to triple Patriot missile production in historic defense deal
Rafael, Lockheed Martin to develop laser weapon system for Israel, US
IRON BEAM is a 100kW-class HELWS, expected to be the first-ever operational system for ground-based air defense against threats including rockets, mortars and UAVs.
Three new F-35 fighter jets land in Israel
The fighter jets will join the 140 Squadron (Golden Eagle) and begin taking part in operational activities in the coming weeks.
Pentagon stops accepting F-35 jets to check for Chinese content
An investigation that gathered steam in mid-August found that an alloy in the engine's lubricant pump did not comply with US procurement laws that bar unauthorized Chinese content.
Pentagon and Lockheed reach deal to build 375 F-35 fighter jets
The deal is a starting point for finalizing pricing which would likely not be locked in for several weeks if not months, making the ultimate value of the deal and each jet still uncertain.
Israeli Air Force to fly new CH-53k helicopter in 2026
The 114th and 118th Squadrons will be merged ahead of the arrival of the helicopters in 2026.
Lockheed Martin launches new science kindergarten in northern Israel
The aerospace company has established seven science kindergartens across Israel since the MadaKids project launched in 2015.
Germany decides in principle to buy F-35 fighter jet - government sources
A German defense source told Reuters in early February that Germany was leaning toward purchasing the F-35 but a final decision had not been taken.
Lockheed-Sikorsky to begin production of CH-53K helicopters for Israel
The US-based defense company said that the first four of 12 aircraft have begun production after a letter of offer and acceptance was signed late last year.
Unmanned CH-53K could take Israeli troops deep behind enemy lines
The CH-53K heavy-lift helicopters purchased by the IAF can potentially have the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s Aircrew Labor In-Cockpit Automation System installed.
Military robot challenge looking for best solution for autonomous indoor operations
Israel's Defense Ministry along with the US Department of Defense and the Merage Institute are looking for non-defense companies to provide innovative solutions
