Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules

The Philippines Announces the Acquisition of Three C-130J-30 Super Hercules Tactical Airlifters

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

MARIETTA, Ga., Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Republic of the Philippines Department of National Defense announced the acquisition of three new C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifters from Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) through a Direct Commercial Sale. In choosing the C-130J, the Philippines joins 21 other nations that rely on the Super Hercules to support tactical airlift mission requirements.

Key Points: 
  • In choosing the C-130J, the Philippines joins 21 other nations that rely on the Super Hercules to support tactical airlift mission requirements.
  • The C-130J-30 provides these attributes and more to the Philippine Air Force (PAF), which will operate these new Super Hercules.
  • The Super Hercules' increased power, range, integration, space and capability will support PAF crews in meeting complex and evolving tactical mission requirements.
  • The C-130J Super Hercules is the proven standard in tactical airlift, providing a unique mix of versatility and performance to complete any mission, anytime, anywhere.

Lockheed Martin Delivers First C-130J-30 Super Hercules to the Indonesian Air Force

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023

MARIETTA, Ga., Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) delivered the first of five C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifters to the Indonesian Air Force (IDAF) during a ceremony here today, commemorating a new era in Hercules operations for this longtime C-130 operator.

Key Points: 
  • MARIETTA, Ga., Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) delivered the first of five C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifters to the Indonesian Air Force (IDAF) during a ceremony here today, commemorating a new era in Hercules operations for this longtime C-130 operator.
  • These new C-130J-30s expand the IDAF's ability to partner on missions and training opportunities with allies and regional forces that also operate Super Hercules.
  • "Indonesian Air Force crews have long trusted the C-130 to support the most challenging of missions facing Indonesia and other nations in the Pacific," said Rod McLean, vice president and general manager, Air Mobility & Maritime Missions programs at Lockheed Martin.
  • The C-130J Super Hercules is the worldwide choice in tactical airlift, serving 26 operators in 22 nations.

SAS joins CESMII to accelerate the adoption of analytics and AI

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023

More and more top manufacturers use artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and streaming analytics from SAS, the leader in analytics, to transform operations and better serve customers.

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  • More and more top manufacturers use artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and streaming analytics from SAS, the leader in analytics, to transform operations and better serve customers.
  • SAS has joined CESMII, the Smart Manufacturing Institute, to further promote the use of advanced analytics across manufacturing.
  • Smart manufacturing organizations already seeing value from SAS include:
    Georgia-Pacific uses SAS® Viya® , SAS’ cloud-native, massively parallel analytics and AI platform, to improve equipment efficiency, reduce downtime, optimize shipping logistics and predict customer churn.
  • “Through advanced analytics and its many uses, manufacturers are quickly seeing the value delivered by machine learning, computer vision, streaming analytics and more.”

Global Top 7 Military Transport Aircraft Programs Report 2022: Program Fact Files, Comparative SWOT Analysis, Strategy Focus, Key Trends & Growth Opportunities - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022

The "Global Top 7 Military Transport Aircraft Programs - Comparative SWOT & Program Dossier - 2022 - Program Fact Files, Comparative SWOT Analysis, Strategy Focus across Programs, Key Trends & Growth Opportunities and Market Outlook for Military Transport Aircrafts" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Global Top 7 Military Transport Aircraft Programs - Comparative SWOT & Program Dossier - 2022 - Program Fact Files, Comparative SWOT Analysis, Strategy Focus across Programs, Key Trends & Growth Opportunities and Market Outlook for Military Transport Aircrafts" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The global defense spending reached the record high level of $2.1 trillion for 2021 while registering a 7% year-on-year growth.
  • The rise of China & its military bullying in the Asia Pacific region and the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine have collectively led to significant turbulence and a subsequent, massive surge in defense spending across APAC & Europe which is likely to be sustained at least for over a decade.
  • Japan has gone for the indigenous Kawasaki C-2 to meet the country's specific requirements.

Autonomous Flight Company Merlin Labs Raises $105m Series B, Announces Partnership with USAF

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Wednesday, July 13, 2022

BOSTON, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Merlin Labs , the leading developer of autonomous flight technology for fixed-wing aircraft, announced today that it has raised a $105 million Series B round from Snowpoint and Baillie Gifford, with major participation by existing investor GV.

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  • BOSTON, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Merlin Labs , the leading developer of autonomous flight technology for fixed-wing aircraft, announced today that it has raised a $105 million Series B round from Snowpoint and Baillie Gifford, with major participation by existing investor GV.
  • The round follows Merlin's 2021 $25 million Series A round led by GV and First Round Capital, bringing its total funding to $130 million to date.
  • Mirroring its civilian applications, Merlin will help the Air Force enhance safety and operational flexibility.
  • Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Boston, with additional offices in Los Angeles, Denver, Mojave, and Auckland, NZ, Merlin Labs is building the definitive autonomy system for all things that fly.

Built in Arkansas: LMXT Strategic Tanker Boom Refueling System to be Produced in Western Arkansas

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022

BETHESDA, Md., May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) and Airbus leaders announced today the aerial refueling boom system for the LMXT strategic tanker aircraft will be manufactured by Airbus in western Arkansas. Introduced in September 2021, the LMXT is Lockheed Martin's offering for the U.S. Air Force's KC-Y strategic tanker program.

Key Points: 
  • "Given the undisputed importance of the U.S. Air Force's strategic refueling mission, ensuring the LMXT is equipped with critical and relevant technologies for its refueling system is of paramount importance.
  • The LMXT is built on the combat-proven design of theAirbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT),which is the strategic tanking choice of 14 nations around the world.
  • Offering several distinct U.S. Air Force-only capabilities designed to meet operator requirements, the LMXT offers advantages likean established fly-by-wire aerial refueling boom.
  • "We are excited to continue expanding our U.S. footprint by partnering with the state of Arkansas to create the LMXT refueling boom production site and center of excellence.

Lockheed Martin's Marietta Site to Host Same-Day Hiring Decision Event

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Monday, April 25, 2022

MARIETTA, Ga., April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Representatives from Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) will be at Kennesaw State University, Marietta Campus Student Center at 860 Rossbacher Way, Marietta, Georgia, 30060 on May 4 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. to conduct interviews and make same-day hiring decisions. The company is looking to fill nearly 200 positions.

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  • Interested individuals must register for the event at tinyurl.com/5abnbcnb to be considered for an interview.
  • "This hiring event provides a great opportunity to join a team with a deep-rooted culture focused on our global customers.
  • Lockheed Martin has produced aircraft at its Marietta site since 1951.
  • Every production C-130 Hercules airlifter more than 2,600 delivered to date has been produced in Marietta since 1954.

Lockheed Martin Reaches Super Herculean Milestone With Delivery of 500th C-130J Airlifter

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

MARIETTA, Ga., March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hercules history is made once again, with the announcement that Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) recently delivered its 500th C-130J Super Hercules airlifter. This Super Hercules (Lockheed Martin aircraft #5934) is a C-130J-30 aircraft assigned to the 130th Airlift Wing located at McLaughlin Air National Guard Base in Charleston, West Virginia. The 130th Airlift Wing is a longtime C-130 operator that is currently modernizing its legacy Hercules fleet with C-130Js.

Key Points: 
  • MARIETTA, Ga., March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hercules history is made once again, with the announcement that Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) recently delivered its 500th C-130J Super Hercules airlifter.
  • This Super Hercules (Lockheed Martin aircraft #5934) is a C-130J-30 aircraft assigned to the 130th Airlift Wing located at McLaughlin Air National Guard Base in Charleston, West Virginia.
  • The 130th Airlift Wing is a longtime C-130 operator that is currently modernizing its legacy Hercules fleet with C-130Js.
  • The C-130J Super Hercules is the current production model of the legendary C-130 Hercules aircraft.

Built in Alabama, Built in Georgia: Lockheed Martin Announces LMXT Strategic Tanker Manufacturing Locations

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Monday, January 31, 2022

BETHESDA, Md., Jan. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) leaders announced today the LMXT strategic tanker aircraft will be manufactured in Mobile, Alabama, and Marietta, Georgia.

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  • BETHESDA, Md., Jan. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) leaders announced today the LMXT strategic tanker aircraft will be manufactured in Mobile, Alabama, and Marietta, Georgia.
  • Introduced in September 2021, the LMXT is Lockheed Martin's offering for the U.S. Air Force's KC-Y "Bridge Tanker" Program competition.
  • "Establishing this production work in Alabama and Georgia confirms Lockheed Martin's commitment that the LMXT will be built in America, by Americans, for Americans," said Lockheed Martin Chairman, President, and CEO James Taiclet.
  • for austere base support
    As the prime contractor, Lockheed Martin works directly to implement U.S. Air Force-specific requirements within the LMXT.

BAE Systems Awarded $26.7 Million for Modification and Installation of Electronic Countermeasures Aboard KC-130J Aircraft

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Monday, May 18, 2020
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200518005382/en/
    BAE Systems, Inc. was awarded a prime position on a $26.7 million task order by the U.S. Navy for installing, integrating, and testing the Large Aircraft Infrared Countermeasures system on KC-130J aircraft.
  • The BAE Systems turnkey solution provides program management, inventory control, engineering support, installation, and system testing of the DoN LAIRCM upgrade.
  • This is the second task order awarded to BAE Systems under the Prototyping and Limited Production indefinite delivery indefinite quantity contract.
  • BAE Systems Intelligence & Security sector has extensive experience in advanced aircraft engineering, fabrication, installation, modification, systems integration, and logistics support, and has performed more than 200 separate complex modification programs involving over 2,200 aircraft.