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Previous Editions
2022
Protecting What Matters Most
We closed 2021 on a strong note. Looking ahead, we remain dedicated to the mission.
We're Going Back to the Moon
NASA's Space Launch System rocket, with the Lockheed Martin-built Orion spacecraft on top, made a historic first appearance.
Excellence Everywhere
By driving technical innovation during the first quarter of 2022, we made history.
Previous Editions
2021
Missions, Milestones & Achievements of 2020
As the world faced unprecedented challenges, we continued to deliver on our mission and support our customers around the world.
Black History Month
Throughout February we celebrated the legacy of excellence forged by our Black employees.
The Future of Vertical Lift
U.S. Army helicopters have to fly low and fast, land quickly, deliver soldiers to the X and get out — all while evading the enemy in complex terrain.
Accelerating 21st Century Innovations
Watch how we delivered key program results during our first quarter of 2021.
Enhancing Pilots’ Situational Awareness
The Electro-Optical Targeting System for the F-35 Lightning II is an affordable, high-performance, lightweight, multi-function system.
Leading Through 2020
June marks one year since Jim Taiclet took over as our president and CEO.
Delivering Critical Capability
Watch how we delivered key program results during our second quarter of 2021.
Construction Completed
Take a look inside our new digital factory in Palmdale, CA.
Introducing America’s Next Strategic Tanker
Built in America by Americans for Americans and tailored specifically for the U.S. Air Force, the LMXT delivers critical capabilities to support automatic air-to-air refueling and more.
Focused on the Mission
A conversation with our CEO: "[We're] bringing together the physical technologies of the 21st century with the digital-world technologies, and increasing our deterrent capabilities by doing that."
Connecting the Future Battlespace
Our 5G.MIL™ solutions integrate military communications with tactical gateway capabilities (“.MIL”) and enhanced fifth-generation technology (5G) to enable seamless, resilient and secure connectivity and data flow across all battlefield assets.
2021 Missions & Milestones
More than 100 years ago, aviation pioneers blazed a trail that would change aerospace and our lives forever. That spirit of innovation continues today. We are pushing the boundaries of technology and breaking barriers to rise to the challenges of tomorrow.