2 sources · first reported 7d ago
The U.S. Navy has awarded Castelion a $23.4 million firm-fixed-price order for the Blackbeard hypersonic weapon, moving it toward early operational use. The contract marks the first production order for the hypersonic missile, which can reach speeds of 3,800 mph.
The development of hypersonic weapons like Blackbeard is crucial for the U.S. military to stay ahead of emerging threats, and this contract signifies a significant step toward operational capability. The technology has potential to revolutionize naval warfare.
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