Lockheed Martin Corporation has announced the delivery of the Minimum Engagement Package $(MEP.AU)$ for the eighth Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) battery to the U.S. government. This package includes three launchers and a fire control unit, integrated with Raytheon Technologies' AN/TPY-2 radar. The delivery marks a significant milestone in enhancing the U.S. Army's capability to defend against ballistic missile threats worldwide. Lockheed Martin, the prime contractor for the THAAD system since 1987, continues to play a pivotal role in its development and integration. The eighth battery, part of a contract awarded in 2022, will augment the U.S. military's ability to protect critical infrastructure and population centers, contributing to the overall missile defense architecture.
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