Lockheed Martin awarded $694M US Air Force contract for hypersonic missiles
The U.S. Air Force has finalized a $694 million agreement with Lockheed Martin for the production of Air-Launched Rapid Response Weapon (ARRW) systems.
Lockheed Martin has secured a $694 million contract from the U.S. Air Force to manufacture the Air-Launched Rapid Response Weapon (ARRW). This funding marks a significant commitment to deploying hypersonic strike capabilities within the U.S. military inventory.
The ARRW system is designed to provide high-speed, maneuverable flight characteristics, intended to penetrate sophisticated air defense networks. As hypersonic technology becomes a priority for global superpowers, this contract signals a transition for the program from flight testing into full-scale production.
Operations for this program will be centered at the company’s facility in Troy, Alabama. The deal follows years of development and underscores the ongoing industrial push to modernize long-range precision weaponry.