Event Brief
Lockheed unveils PAC-3 ACE low-cost Patriot interceptor
Filed: Jul 21, 2026 at 3:10 PM ET
Summary: Lockheed Martin unveiled the PAC-3 Adapted Capability Effector (ACE), a lower-cost Patriot interceptor using PAC-3 fire-control and IBCS.
WHO: Lockheed Martin
WHAT: Unveiled the PAC-3 Adapted Capability Effector (ACE) for the Patriot system
WHEN: Jul 20, 2026 at 1:58 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: To provide a lower-cost, high-volume option for defeating aircraft, cruise missiles, and shorter-range ballistic missile threats
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