The Gen III TacIRST distributed infrared threat‑warning system will equip the F-22 Raptor, with an evaluation planned in 2026.

Lockheed Martin has announced the first flight of the latest iteration of its TacIRST sensor, or Gen III TacIRST. The flight was conducted in October by a Rockwell Sabreliner 65 testbed equipped with a pod carrying the sensor. Contents The Gen III TacIRST distributed infrared threat‑warning system will equip the F-22 Raptor, with an evaluation planned in 2026. TacIRST TacIRST and F-22

In an emailed statement, the company says it is “demonstrating capability readiness before the scheduled customer‑evaluation window in 2026.” In January 2025 Lockheed Martin was awarded a contract to equip the F-22 Raptor with TacIRST , and the company confirmed to us t

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