Lockheed Martin Expands F-35's Role in U.S. Missile Defense Network
Lockheed Martin has outlined a new missile-defense architecture that enhances the role of the F-35 Lightning II as an airborne tracking and targeting node. This development involves integrating the F-35 into a network that connects space-based sensors, command systems, and interceptors. The goal is to reduce the time from threat detection to engagement, thereby improving the U.S. military's ability to track and neutralize fast-moving threats. The F-35's advanced sensors and data-fusion capabilities will allow it to contribute critical tracking and targeting information, enhancing the overall effectiveness of the missile defense system. 
