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Lockheed Martin
MediaBias News has published 12 stories involving Lockheed Martin, from August 2026 to September 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
Conflict & Security · United StatesLockheed Martin Awarded $1.2 Billion US Army Missile Contract
Lockheed Martin has secured a contract worth up to $1.2 billion from the U.S. Army for the production of the Increment 2 variant of the Precision Strike Missile. The missile is designed as a next-generation long-range precision strike weapon.
United States2 min readTrust 70 · Craft 70 · Hype 15
Conflict & Security · United StatesLockheed Martin Unveils AIM-260 Missile for China Threat
Lockheed Martin has revealed details of its new AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile, designed to counter long-range air threats from China. The US Defense Department has signed an agreement to increase its production as part of munitions stockpile rebuilding.
United States2 min readTrust 76 · Craft 95 · Hype 30
Politics · United StatesTrump announces completion of White House granite heliport
President Trump announced the completion of a new granite heliport on the White House South Lawn, describing it as a "work of art" and "essentially indestructible." He stated the project was finished ahead of schedule and under budget.
United States2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Conflict & Security · Latin AmericaUS State Department approves $140m Black Hawk sale to Argentina
The US State Department has approved the sale of four UH-60L Black Hawk helicopters and related equipment to Argentina for an estimated $140 million. The deal aims to bolster Argentina's military capabilities and aligns with US foreign policy goals.
Latin America4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Business & Economy · United StatesPentagon contracts boost missile interceptor output
The Pentagon has signed seven-year agreements with General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems and Lockheed Martin to significantly increase the production of missile interceptors. The deals aim to triple output of the Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) MSE interceptor and quadruple production of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system.
United States3 min readTrust 72 · Craft 80 · Hype 18
Conflict & Security · IndiaIndia to Acquire US Javelin Anti-Tank Missile System
India has signed an agreement to purchase the US-made Javelin anti-tank missile system. The $45.7 million deal is expected to enhance bilateral defence ties and create opportunities for joint production.
India3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 61 · Hype 41
Conflict & Security · United StatesSaildrone and Lockheed Martin Test Missiles from Unmanned Vessel
Saildrone and Lockheed Martin successfully demonstrated launching missiles from an unmanned surface vessel during the RIMPAC 2026 exercise. The system integrated Saildrone's Surveyor vessel with Lockheed Martin's missile launcher and fire-control system, engaging a surrogate target.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 60 · Hype 45
Conflict & Security · UkraineUS arms firms block Ukraine Patriot licence over competition fears
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky requested a licence to produce Patriot interceptor missiles in July 2026, but US manufacturers Raytheon and Lockheed Martin opposed it, citing fears Ukraine could improve the system and produce it faster and at lower cost. The US continues to explore limited production options.
Ukraine5 min readTrust 86 · Craft 95 · Hype 24
Politics · United StatesTrump orders White House helipad rebuilt after criticising its slope
President Donald Trump directed contractors to redo the White House helipad after expressing dissatisfaction with its appearance and the slope of the South Lawn. The $5m project, funded by Lockheed Martin, was intended to prevent grass-burning from Marine One helicopters but has faced delays ahead of a September state visit.
United States4 min readTrust 65 · Craft 55 · Hype 35- Conflict & Security · United States
US signs framework deal to triple Patriot missile production
The US Defence Department signed a framework deal on 3 August 2026 to triple Patriot missile production and quadruple THAAD output. The agreement, with Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman, establishes a second source for PAC-3 rocket motors and increases ignition safety device production, though its monetary value remains undisclosed.
United States6 min readTrust 82 · Craft 65 · Hype 18 
Conflict & Security · United StatesUS signs $3bn missile defence deals as Iran demands control of Strait of Hormuz
The US Department of Defense has signed framework agreements with Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman to increase production of missile defence systems, including THAAD and Patriot. Northrop Grumman stated the deals are worth $3 billion. Meanwhile, Iran has demanded control over the Strait of Hormuz as a condition for ending military actions.
United States5 min readTrust 64 · Craft 95 · Hype 35
Business & Economy · United StatesUS Defence Department signs deals to boost Patriot and THAAD interceptor output
The US Defence Department announced framework agreements with Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin to expand production of Patriot and THAAD interceptor components. The deals aim to triple PAC-3 and quadruple THAAD output to replenish inventories depleted by conflicts in Iran and Ukraine.
United States4 min readTrust 74 · Craft 87 · Hype 15
