Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) Skunk Works and Danish MOD Prove F-35 Interoperability in Flight
Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE:LMT) Skunk Works and Denmark's Ministry of Defence have completed a live F-35 interoperability demonstration, the company announced on Monday.
This marks another success in a series of demonstrations, showcasing the fighter jet as a powerful force multiplier that enables allied forces to rapidly connect systems across the battlespace.
Two fighter jets in flight, highlighting the technology and experience of the companies combat aircraft.
The Danish F-35 jets, which flew out of Fort Worth, shared classified data via DAGGR-2, an Open Systems Gateway (OSG) built in collaboration with the Missile Defense Agency. DAGGR-2 transmitted the data using satellite communications to the Skrydstrup Air Base in Denmark.
Here is what Danish Air Chief, Major General Jan Dam, said about the successful demonstration:
"This marked a significant milestone toward enhancing Denmark's capabilities, as it enabled our MDO staff to witness in real-time the potential of the F-35's ability to collect, analyse and share advanced data across geographically dispersed networks. Our close collaboration with Skunk Works has been instrumental in accelerating the rapid deployment of such capabilities, and we're very pleased with the results."
OJ Sanchez, vice president and general manager at Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE:LMT) Skunk Works, also welcomed the achievement:
"This collaboration with the Danish MOD enabled us to do what we do best at Skunk Works – rapidly deploy ready-now capabilities at a pace unparalleled in the industry and prove it through real-world flights. This demonstration builds on our successful track record of collaboration with international partners and defines what truly sets us apart: our commitment to Open Systems Architecture, which enables seamless integration across any platform, sensor, or shooter – regardless of the manufacturer."
The F-35, manufactured by Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE:LMT), is one of the most advanced fighter jets in the world. There are currently over 1,170 F-35s in operation worldwide, with the fleet surpassing more than 1 million flight hours.
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