The “USS Preble” (DDG 88) has successfully completed the Aegis Weapon System-32 (FTM-32) flight test. The Aegis Combat System from Lockheed Martin successfully intercepted a medium-range ballistic missile (MRBM) using the SM-6 Dual II software upgrade.
The “USS Jack H. Lucas” (DDG 125), an Aegis Baseline 10 ship, also took part in the project. In addition to Lockheed Martin, the Missile Defense Agency and the US Navy were also involved. “We are rapidly advancing and integrating our technologies to ensure the U.S. Navy has the capabilities its Sailors need to accomplish their most challenging missions today and tomorrow,” said Amr Hussein, vice president and general manager of multi-domain combat solutions at Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems. “This flight test utilized the latest updates to Aegis Baseline 9, which enhance tracking, identification and interception capabilities to meet evolving, complex threats.” https://militaeraktuell.at/survitec-erhaelt-auftrag-von-babcock-fuer-fregatten/ The open architecture of the Aegis combat system allows it to quickly adapt to a changing environment. As recently as February, a two-part developmental test of sensor tracking and communications link capabilities was conducted, demonstrating that the Aegis combat system can continue to improve. Work is also underway on additional flight tests to advance future Aegis baselines in development.
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