Lockheed Martin said on Wednesday that it has received a $270 million U.S. Air Force contract to integrate the Infrared Defensive System (IRDS) on the company’s fifth-generation F-22 Raptor fighter.
The SafeAir Raptor, launched earlier this month, sets a new benchmark for drone safety by delivering autonomous monitoring and real-time failure detection, ensuring maximum safety during operations. .
The Air Force awarded Lockheed Martin a $270 million contract to enable the F-22 Raptor with next generation infrared threat detection sensors, according to a company news release issued today.