Stealth aircraft

PPG Completes $15 Million Expansion at Sylmar Manufacturing Facility

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Monday, August 2, 2021
Transportation, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Travel, Air, Transport, Other Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply chain management, Packaging, Engineering, Chemicals, Plastics, Stealth aircraft, Lift fan, Carrier-based aircraft, Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II, Aircraft, Aviation, Sylmar, Los Angeles

As part of the facilitys 30,000-square-foot (2,787-square-meter) expansion, PPG will deploy state-of-the-art processing equipment and new information technology infrastructure to enable enhanced digital manufacturing capabilities.

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  • As part of the facilitys 30,000-square-foot (2,787-square-meter) expansion, PPG will deploy state-of-the-art processing equipment and new information technology infrastructure to enable enhanced digital manufacturing capabilities.
  • In support of the expansion, PPG has completed the qualification and manufacturing process approvals necessary to commence production of canopy transparencies for the conventional take-off and landing (CTOL) F-35A and carrier variance (CV) F-35C.
  • The expansion of this facility marks an incredible milestone for PPG, said Brent Wright, PPG global director, aerospace transparencies.
  • The Sylmar facility currently has more than 500 employees in various manufacturing, technical, research, customer support and related service and administrative positions.

State of the US Air Force-Managed Next Generation Air Defense (NGAD) Program, 2021 Research Study - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, July 26, 2021
Defense, Technology, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Other Technology, Other Defense, Contracts, Marketing, Stealth aircraft, Next Generation Air Dominance, Sixth-generation fighter, Targeted advertising

The "US Next Generation Air Dominance Growth Opportunities" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "US Next Generation Air Dominance Growth Opportunities" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • One of the more disruptive capabilities would be to fight at "machine speed" thanks to the Internet of Military Things.
  • War at machine speed (searching, identifying, targeting, and destroying automatically) would accelerate and overwhelm the enemy's decision-making capabilities.
  • Because of delays in the release of the 2022 President's Budget, all NGAD program budget information in this research product is derived from the 2021 budget.

Air Industries Group Announces Long-Term Agreement for F-35 Landing Gear Components

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Other Manufacturing, Other Defense, Contracts, Air, Engineering, Transport, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Defense, Aircraft, Aviation, Carrier-based aircraft, Lift fan, Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II, Stealth aircraft, Aerospace, Landing Gear, Human activities, Triumph Group, Héroux-Devtek

Air Industries Group (NYSE AMEX: AIRI):

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  • Air Industries Group (NYSE AMEX: AIRI):
    Air Industries Group (Air Industries or the Company), an integrated manufacturer of precision equipment assemblies and components for leading aerospace and defense prime contractors, is pleased to announce that it has received a follow-on Long-Term Agreement (LTA) to produce landing gear components for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Aircraft.
  • Air Industries produces many landing gear components used on all three variants of the Aircraft.
  • Mr. Lou Melluzzo, CEO of Air Industries commented: Air Industries has produced landing gear components for the F-35 since the inception of production of the Aircraft.
  • Air Industries Group (AIRI) is an integrated manufacturer of complex machined products including landing gear, flight control, and jet turbine components for leading aerospace and defense prime contractors.

Switzerland Selects F-35 Lightning II for Future Air Defense Requirements

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Countries, Aviation, Articles, Lift fan, Stealth aircraft, Carrier-based aircraft, Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II, Autonomy, Swiss Air Force, SWITZERLAND, Lockheed Martin, Lockheed Corporation

Switzerland will become the 15th nation to join the F-35 program of record, joining several European nations.

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  • Switzerland will become the 15th nation to join the F-35 program of record, joining several European nations.
  • "With the selection, Switzerland will become the 15thnation to join the F-35 program of record, joining several European nations in further strengthening global airpower and security."
  • The Swiss Air Force will receive F-35A aircraft, a sustainment solution tailored to Swiss autonomy requirements, and a comprehensive training program.
  • As a new participant in the F-35 program, Switzerland will benefit from Lockheed Martin's dedication to autonomy and sovereignty in integrating indigenous solutions.

Kopin Receives Additional $1.6 Million Order for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Program

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Consumer electronics, Aerospace, Technology, Manufacturing, Semiconductor, Other Manufacturing, Other Defense, Defense, Audio, Video, Mobile, Wireless, Hardware, Carrier-based aircraft, Aviation, Stealth aircraft, Aircraft, Kopin, Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II, Air supremacy, Military science

With the F-35 scheduled for production through 2030, Kopin expects additional orders over the life of the program.

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  • With the F-35 scheduled for production through 2030, Kopin expects additional orders over the life of the program.
  • The jet is designed to perform both air superiority and strike missions while also providing electronic warfare and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance.
  • The extensive functionality and extreme conditions require unique display technology and Kopin is the sole supplier to this production program.
  • Kopin has been the sole-supplier of microdisplays for the F-35 pilot helmets since the program inception providing thousands of displays, to-date.

Navy, Boeing Make Aviation History with MQ-25 Becoming the First Unmanned Aircraft to Refuel Another Aircraft

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Monday, June 7, 2021
Boeing, Stealth aircraft

"This team of professionals was integral in the successful flight," said Rear Adm. Brian Corey, who oversees the Program Executive Office for Unmanned Aviation and Strike Weapons.

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  • "This team of professionals was integral in the successful flight," said Rear Adm. Brian Corey, who oversees the Program Executive Office for Unmanned Aviation and Strike Weapons.
  • "Over the next few years, we will work side-by-side with Boeing to deliver this capability that will greatly enhance the future carrier air wing."
  • "Their work is the driving force behind the safe and secure integration of unmanned systems in the immediate future of defense operations."
  • The Boeing-owned T1 test asset is a predecessor to the seven test aircraft Boeing is manufacturing under a 2018 contract award.

Lockheed Martin Names New Leader for Fighter Program

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Monday, May 17, 2021
Aircraft, Aviation, Stealth aircraft, Lockheed Martin, Lockheed Corporation, General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon, Lorraine M. Martin

b'FORT WORTH, Texas, May 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today Lockheed Martin announced OJ Sanchez as the new vice president and general manager for Aeronautics Integrated Fighter Group (IFG), succeeding Bridget Lauderdale who was recently named vice president and general manager for the F-35 Lightning II Program.\nIn this new role, Sanchez is responsible for the development, manufacture and sustainment of the F-16 and F-22 programs as well as the T-50, K-FX and J-FX international partnerships.\nPrior to assuming this role, he was vice president and general manager for the F-22 Program, ensuring financial, schedule and quality performance targets were achieved.

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  • b'FORT WORTH, Texas, May 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today Lockheed Martin announced OJ Sanchez as the new vice president and general manager for Aeronautics Integrated Fighter Group (IFG), succeeding Bridget Lauderdale who was recently named vice president and general manager for the F-35 Lightning II Program.\nIn this new role, Sanchez is responsible for the development, manufacture and sustainment of the F-16 and F-22 programs as well as the T-50, K-FX and J-FX international partnerships.\nPrior to assuming this role, he was vice president and general manager for the F-22 Program, ensuring financial, schedule and quality performance targets were achieved.
  • Sanchez has also served in senior leadership roles in Sustainment and the F-35 Program.
  • He joined Lockheed Martin in 2014 after a distinguished U.S. Air Force career, where his final assignment was serving on the Joint Staff supporting global operations for the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff in Washington, D.C. During his U.S. Air Force career, he served as a fighter pilot with more than 2,100 flight hours in the F-22 and F-15C and served in multiple operational and program leadership roles.\n"OJ\'s extensive fighter experience, along with his strong relationships and strategic thinking, position him to lead our IFG team in continuing to provide the highest level of support for our F-16 and F-22 operators and industry partners around the world," said Greg Ulmer, executive vice president of Lockheed Martin Aeronautics.\nHeadquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Lockheed Martin Corporation is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 114,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services.\nPlease follow @LMNews on Twitter for the latest announcements and news across the corporation.\nView original content to download multimedia: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/lockheed-martin-names-new-leader...\n'

Barnes Group Inc. Announces Contract Award From Northrop Grumman for B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber Exhaust System Assemblies

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Monday, April 19, 2021
Engineering, Chemicals, Plastics, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Other Manufacturing, Steel, Aviation, Aircraft, Stealth aircraft, Companies, Northrop Grumman, Aerospace, Grumman, Barnes Aerospace, Barnes Group, BARNES AEROSPACE, BARNES GROUP

b'Barnes Aerospace, a business unit of Barnes Group Inc. (NYSE: B), today announced that it was awarded a multi-year contract by Northrop Grumman to produce major metallic subassembly for the B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber Tailpipe Mid/Aft Assembly Full Fleet Replacement Program.

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  • b'Barnes Aerospace, a business unit of Barnes Group Inc. (NYSE: B), today announced that it was awarded a multi-year contract by Northrop Grumman to produce major metallic subassembly for the B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber Tailpipe Mid/Aft Assembly Full Fleet Replacement Program.
  • The assemblies will be manufactured in Barnes Aerospace\xe2\x80\x99s Ogden, Utah facility which has deep expertise in precision exotic metal forming and complex assemblies.
  • In addition, Barnes Aerospace provides aircraft engine component MRO services for many of the world\'s major turbine engine manufacturers, commercial airlines, and the defense market.
  • The skilled and dedicated employees of Barnes Group around the globe are committed to the highest performance standards and achieving consistent, sustainable profitable growth.

Global Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV) Market- AeroVironment Inc., BAE Systems Plc, Baykar, among others to contribute to the market growth

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Thursday, April 15, 2021
Uncrewed vehicle, Unmanned combat aerial vehicle, Stealth aircraft

b'The unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) market is poised to witness a decremental growth of$ 1.08 bnduring 2021-2025, at a decelerating CAGR ofover 9% during the forecast period.\nView ourExclusive report on Market scenarios, Estimates, the impact of lockdown, and Customer Behaviour.\nThe report on the unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) market provides a holistic update, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as vendor analysis.\nThe report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding the current global market scenario and the overall market environment.

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  • b'The unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) market is poised to witness a decremental growth of$ 1.08 bnduring 2021-2025, at a decelerating CAGR ofover 9% during the forecast period.\nView ourExclusive report on Market scenarios, Estimates, the impact of lockdown, and Customer Behaviour.\nThe report on the unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) market provides a holistic update, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as vendor analysis.\nThe report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding the current global market scenario and the overall market environment.
  • The market is driven by changing nature of advanced warfare.\nThe unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) market analysis includes type segment and geographiclandscape.
  • This study identifies the escalating security threats as one of the prime reasons driving the unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) market growth during the next few years.\nThis report presents a detailed picture of the market by the way of study, synthesis, and summation of data from multiple sources by an analysis of key parameters.\nThe unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) market covers the following areas:\n'

Lockheed Martin and Royal Danish Air Force Celebrate Debut of First Danish F-35 Aircraft

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Wednesday, April 7, 2021
Military, Aviation, Aircraft, Stealth aircraft, Military of Denmark, Military of Greenland, Military of the Faroe Islands, Royal Danish Air Force, Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II, Luke Air Force Base, Lockheed Martin

FORT WORTH, Texas, April 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Danish and American officials celebrated the rollout of the first F-35A Lightning II for the Royal Danish Air Force (RDAF) today at Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) in Fort Worth, Texas.

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  • FORT WORTH, Texas, April 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Danish and American officials celebrated the rollout of the first F-35A Lightning II for the Royal Danish Air Force (RDAF) today at Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) in Fort Worth, Texas.
  • "This game-changing capability would not be possible without the unwavering support of the Danish government and the innovative contributions of Danish industry."
  • Denmark's F-35 program of record calls for 27 F-35A aircraft, each of which will be built at Lockheed Martin in Fort Worth.
  • The first aircraft will be delivered to Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, later this month where Danish pilots and maintainers will begin training.