Lockheed Exec: 2028 Deadline for Golden Dome Missile Defense Shield ‘Very Short Timeline’

Lockheed exec: 2028 deadline for Golden Dome missile defense shield ‘very short timeline’

President Donald Trump’s ambition to have the golden dome “fully operational before the end" of his term presents a “very short timeline,” a defense company executive said in Huntsville this month.Thad Beckert, part of defense contractor Lockheed Martin Golden Dome for America team, told reporters last week that the planned country-wide protection system against missile threats may require more time to become fully operational. He said achieving…

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General Atomics ready to support Golden Dome missile defence project with cutting-edge solutions

At the Space and Missile Defense Symposium, GA-EMS showcased its Bullseye missile and Long-Range Manoeuvring Projectile (LRMP), displayed in 1:1 and 1:2 scale models respectively. The company had accelerated integration and testing work to demonstrate advanced capabilities and move quickly towards operational deployment in support of Golden Dome. “Our LRMP aligns with dynamic defence requirements for improved long-range precision strikes and min…