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and strengthen the industries of all involved. We see tremendous Indian Defence Forces?
strength and opportunity in India’s defence industry - both private Sniper Advanced Targeting Pod (ATP) is a
and public. We are committed to fostering growth of India’s defense proven electro-optical targeting system housed
industry well into the future and actively looking for strategic Indian in a single, lightweight structure. It completes
industry partners across the country - Indian companies of all sizes, the most challenging precision targeting and
including large, Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and start- non-traditional intelligence, surveillance and
ups throughout India.
reconnaissance missions in air-to-ground, mar-
What are the latest features and capabilities of itime and air-to-air environments. It is the most
your Javelin anti-tank weapon system? widely deployed targeting pod in combat today,
chosen by the U.S. Air Force, Air National Guard
and more than 25 international air forces for its
Javelin is the world’s most versatile one man-portable and platform-em- superior targeting capability. Sniper ATP has been
ployed anti-tank and multi-target precision weapon system. Using
fire-and-forget technology, the missile guides itself to the target with- integrated across multiple platforms, including
U.S. Air Force and multinational F-2, F-15, F-18,
out external controls – increasing the operator’s survivability. The [ INTERVIEW LOCKHEED MARTIN WILLIAM L. BLAIR ]
weapon system can engage targets between 65 meters and 4 kilo- A-10, B-1, B-52, Harrier and Typhoon aircraft. We
have an ongoing product improvement program,
meters in most operational conditions – allowing for use in urban or
mountainous areas. which functions as a roadmap to enhance Sniper
ATP’s capabilities. Under this program, we are
The F-Model, which is the next advancement of Javelin, features
a multi-purpose warhead that expands the weapon’s target set to pursuing a variety of enhancements, including
a digital interface and extended-range combat
include soft targets. This variant also boasts a modernized control
actuation system. The F-Model is expected to enter production this identification, among other efforts.
In the air, on land, and at sea, Lockheed Martin
year. Concurrently, we are developing the G-Model, which will improve
upon the F-Model, while reducing cost and weight. This variant will pioneers advanced technologies to control the
electromagnetic spectrum, and develops disrup-
also feature an uncooled infrared seeker, as well as modernized guid-
ance electronics for enhanced performance and capacity for future tive technologies to outpace adversary threats.
For over half a century, Lockheed Martin has pro-
improvements. Additionally, the next-generation handheld launch unit,
known as the Light Weight Command Launch Unit (LWCLU), will offer vided more than 7,800 electronic warfare (EW)
systems to the U.S. Army, Navy and Air Force.
improved performance, while reducing size and weight. The LWCLU will
also include much longer detection and identification ranges, increased Please direct inquiries on capability planning to
battery life, full-screen video, as well as sharper images through image the India Ministry of Defense.
processing. What is high on the agenda for
What is the in-country infrastructure that has been Lockheed Martin at the DEFEXPO in
set up as part of the C-130J deal with India? India?

In partnership with Mahindra Defence Systems, Lockheed Martin is We have partnered with India for nearly three
meeting the increasing global demand for C-130J military flight train- decades, working with the Indian armed forces,
ing for the Indian Air Force at the C-130J Super Hercules simulator industry, and other key stakeholders to advance
training center at Hindon Air Station in India. This state-of-the-art the strategic security and industrial capability of
training center provides qualitative and quantitative training to C-130J the country. Our focus on “Make in India — For
pilots, combat system operators and loadmasters. Through realistic India, From India” at the 11th edition of DEFEXPO
and holistic learning environments, crew members are able to hone highlights our commitment to fostering growth of
critical tactical and operational skills to conduct a variety of missions India’s defense industry well into the future.
including humanitarian aid, natural disaster support, airlift, search and DEFEXPO also provides us with an opportu-
rescue and special operations. nity to spotlight our platforms and programs for
Besides this, our two joint ventures with TATA in Hyderabad (Tata the country. Some of our displays will include:
Lockheed Martin Aerostructures, Ltd., and Tata Sikorsky Aerospace MH-60R, F-21, C-130J, S-92, CH-53K, Javelin. In
(TSAL) gives impetus to the government's Skill India initiative by honing addition to these, the show gives us a platform to
the skills of young workforce (average age 25) through apprenticeship reiterate our partnerships in India. We are proud
program and on-the-job trainings, necessary for the manufacture of of our industry associations with Department
components and aerostructures produced in the plants. To date, more of Science and Technology and Tata Trusts for
than 1,500 personnel have been trained to support current operations India Innovation Growth Program; with Women
and provided skills in aerostructure manufacture through the life of in Aviation (India Chapter) for advancing STEM
the plant. These include personnel that now form part of the wider education through our program ‘Girl’s In Aviation
aerospace industry. Day’; apprenticeship program through our JVs
in Hyderabad; mentoring Delhi Technological
Do update us on any progress been made University students in Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
on the offer of Sniper Targeting Pods for the design and development; and advancing India’s
IAF's Fighters? What Electronics Warfare (EW) cyber security capabilities through an education
program launched with Data Security Council of
capabilities does Lockheed Martin offer to the India.

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