Tag: Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman Unveils New Rendering Of Navy’s F/A-XX Fighter

The highly anticipated Navy F/A-XX next generation fighter has gained renewed attention following the release of new concept renderings from Grumman, showcasing advanced design features for America’s future carrier-based combat aircraft. This latest visualization of the Navy F/A-XX next generation fighter provides unprecedented insights into the potential configuration of the sixth-generation platform, revealing sophisticated stealth […]

MQ-9B Unveiled with Laser at Sea Air Space 2025

General Atomics has revealed a significant advancement in unmanned aerial systems technology at Sea Air Space 2025, displaying for the first time an MQ-9B equipped with a podded air-to-air laser system. This innovative capability represents a new frontier in counter-drone technology, specifically designed to defend naval vessels against the growing threat of one-way attack drones. […]

Northrop Grumman Ramps Up B-21 Raider Production

Northrop Grumman has reached a significant milestone in the B-21 Raider program with the award of Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) Lot 2 in late 2024, demonstrating continued confidence in the program’s technical progress and production capabilities. This advancement marks an important step in the development of America’s next-generation stealth bomber. A key strategic decision that […]

USAF Conducts First Aircraft Launch of Stand-In Attack Weapon

The US Air Force has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by successfully launching the Stand-in Attack Weapon (SiAW) from an F-16 Fighting Falcon, representing a transformative advancement in modern military missile technology and strategic defense capabilities. Comprehensive Weapon Capabilities Engineered with exceptional precision, the SiAW is meticulously designed to neutralize rapidly relocatable threats across complex battlefield […]

Northrop Grumman Unveils New Jackal Loitering Munition

Northrop Grumman has recently released new details and video footage of its cutting-edge Jackal loitering munition, marking a significant advancement in precision strike capabilities. This turbojet-powered next-generation missile is set to redefine tactical dominance on the modern battlefield. First unveiled at the Special Operations Forces Industry Conference (SOFIC) in Tampa, Florida, in May 2022, the […]

Northrop Grumman Delivers Battle Command Center to US Army

Northrop Grumman has achieved a major milestone by delivering the first Engagement Operations Center (EOC) for the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) to the U.S. Army’s Integrated Fires Mission Command (IFMC). Developed in partnership with Northrop Grumman, IBCS is the centerpiece of the Army’s modernization strategy to revolutionize air and missile defense capabilities. The IBCS […]

Northrop Grumman’s Manta Ray Undersea Drone Aces Water Tests

Northrop Grumman has successfully put its Manta Ray extra-large uncrewed undersea vehicle (XLUUV) prototype through comprehensive in-water testing off the Southern California coast. The at-sea trials in February and March 2024 validated the innovative drone’s hydrodynamic performance and mobility capabilities. During the exercises, the 51-foot long Manta Ray conducted fully submerged operations using all its […]

Northrop Completes Assembly of ‘Manta Ray’ Naval Drone

Northrop Grumman Corporation, a leader in aerospace and defense technology, has recently announced the completion of the Manta Ray, a new class of uncrewed underwater vehicle (UUV). Northrop Completes Assembly of ‘Manta Ray’ Naval Drone, this advanced naval drone was assembled at Northrop’s facility in Annapolis and marks a significant milestone in underwater technology, driven […]

Air Force Funds $3.7B for Sentinel ICBM Amid Budget Challenges

In an ambitious move to advance its nuclear deterrence capabilities, the United States Air Force has dedicated a substantial $3.7 billion of its 2025 fiscal year budget to the Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) program. This decision is part of the Department of the Air Force’s broader $217.5 billion budget allocation, emphasizing the critical role […]

Upgrading F16 Electronic Warfare through Emulator Testing

Northrop Grumman has announced that the latest set of electronic warfare upgrades for the F16 fighter, named AN/ALQ-257 Integrated Viper Electronic Warfare Suite (IVEWS), have successfully passed simulation testing in a U.S. Air Force emulator. According to the company, these upgrades have exceeded the benchmark standards set through Emulator Testing. According to Northrop Grumman, the […]