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Lockheed Martin Secures $270 Million Contract for F-22 Raptor Infrared Defensive System Integration
Jan 22, 2025, 04:30 PM
Lockheed Martin has secured a $270 million contract from the U.S. Air Force to integrate next-generation infrared defensive sensors on the F-22 Raptor. The new system, known as the Infrared Defensive System (IRDS), will feature a distributed set of TacIRST sensors designed to enhance the aircraft's survivability and lethality. This upgrade aims to improve the F-22's capabilities in detecting and responding to threats, ensuring its dominance in aerial combat.
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