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Lockheed Martin gets Lot 2 production contract for LRASM

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Lockheed Martin had been given a contract by the U.S. Air Force for long range anti-ship missile (LRASM) Lot 2 production contact.

Lockheed Martin’s Long Range Anti-Ship Missile successfully completed another dual-missile test, demonstrating its ability to provide critical capabilities to warfighters. (PRNewsfoto/Lockheed Martin)

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VAQ-135 replaces VMAQ-2 at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar

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The EA-6B Prowler from VMAQ-2 has stood down from front line operations in the Middle East with the arrival of VAQ-135 at at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Oct. 30.

An EA-18G Growler assigned to the Electronic Attack Squadron 135 (VAQ-135) “Black Ravens” arrives at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Oct. 30, 2018. The electronic warfare aircraft has electronic attack, jamming, and satellite communication capabilities as well as communication countermeasures. VAQ-135 will replace VMAQ-2, which operated EA-6B Prowlers. VAQ-135 is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)

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