What Happened
Global Defense Partnership Expands Air Dominance Capabilities
Raytheon Co. has secured a major contract to supply air-to-air missiles to 16 countries, valued at $20.7 billion. The deal, announced by the Pentagon, involves the delivery of Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles, or AMRAAMs, through 2033. The missiles offer improved capabilities against low-altitude targets and feature active radar guidance, enabling pilots to engage multiple targets simultaneously. The contract was awarded by the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, with funding from Foreign Military Sales and Air Force Weapons Procurement Funds. According to Raytheon, the AMRAAM remains the world’s most trusted air dominance weapon, and the company is investing in its workforce and technology to meet surging demand. This development was first reported by an unknown source.