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Lockheed Martin MDCX Powers Doubling MQ-25A Carrier Readiness

Sep 30, 2026, 5:25 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Milestones validating MDCX readiness and expanded carrier operations can lift near-term expectations for Lockheed Martin’s MDCX-related contracts and revenue, signaling improved visibility into a multi-year program with the U.S. Navy.

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Lockheed Martin's MDCX autonomy platform powers a second MD-5C Ground Control Station, expanding MQ-25A operations. The Navy reports doubling carrier readiness in five months, with MD-5Cs deployed on CVN 71 in March 2026 and CVN 76 in August 2026. This milestone could lift MDCX-related contracts and near-term defense spending benefiting LMT.

Navy doubles MQ-25A ops in five months with second MD-5C GCS.
Second MD-5C GCS stood up at the Unmanned Air Warfare Center (UAWC).
MD-5C: first operational on CVN 71 (March 2026); second on CVN 76 (August 2026).
MDCX enables unmanned carrier aviation, extending carrier air wing reach.

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