Raytheon SM-6s intercept targets in 'engage on remote’ tests

During the U.S. Navy’s Combat Ship System Qualification Trials, the USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) tested two Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) Standard Missile-6 interceptors against anti-ship and cruise missile targets. As part of 'engage on remote’ scenarios, the ship launched the SM-6 interceptors prior to its own radars 'seeing’ the incoming threats, using targeting information from … Dowiedz się więcej

US Navy awards Raytheon $49.5 million enhanced Laser Maverick production contract

The U.S. Navy has awarded Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) a $49.5 million contract for production of new laser-guided Maverick missiles (AGM-65E2/L). The Navy also intends to exercise a contract option to purchase additional units bringing the total contract value to $54.9 million. The Maverick weapon system, a U.S. Air Force (USAF)-led joint service program, is … Dowiedz się więcej

MEADS Multifunction Fire Control Radar Proves Capabilities in Performance Tests

The Medium Extended Air Defense System (MEADS) program has completed a six-week performance test of its 360-degree Multifunction Fire Control Radar (MFCR) at Pratica di Mare Air Base near Rome, Italy, and at MBDA Germany’s air defense center in Freinhausen in the presence of representatives from the German Air Force and guests from MEADS partner … Dowiedz się więcej