Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) system, America’s homeland defense shield designed to detect, intercept and destroy long-range missiles.
A First and Last Flight Test
Putting Critical Defense Systems to the Test
The U.S. defense industry is working to develop solutions that protect the homeland against missile threats.
AN/APG-78 Longbow Fire Control Radar
Developed and fielded for the AH-64D Apache, the APG-78 LONGBOW Fire Control Radar (FCR) is a combat proven force multiplier. LONGBOW FCR has repeatedly demonstrated its operational capabilities to dramatically increase Apache's mission success.
Next Gen OPIR Polar (NGP)
Next-Generation Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) polar-orbiting satellite, known as NextGen Polar, is key in strategic missile warning for our nation’s defense.