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Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Lockheed Martin Missile Defense Programs Achieve Significant Milestones In 2011


Lockheed Martin-developed missile defense system elements achieved 16 significant milestones during 2011, further solidifying the corporation’s position as a leader in ballistic missile defense (BMD).

With proven solutions and an unparalleled BMD hit-to-kill intercept record, Lockheed Martin systems address the ascent, midcourse and terminal phases to support the U.S. Missile Defense Agency’s (MDA) layered Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) today and into the future.

Aegis Combat System


Aegis is the world’s premier combat system and is the foundation for the Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense capability. Aegis-equipped ships are multi-mission surface combatants that can simultaneously attack land targets, submarines and surface ships while automatically implementing defenses to protect the fleet against aircraft and missiles. One hundred Aegis-equipped ships are in service around the globe.

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