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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
