Hypersonic weapon startup Castelion wins $105m US navy contract for F/A-18 integration
Source: Baird MaritimePublished: April 25, 20260 views
California defense startup Castelion has secured a $105 million US Navy contract for F/A-18 integration. The contract prepares Castelion's Blackbeard hypersonic missile for deployment on aircraft carriers. Blackbeard is designed to deter Chinese military actions with its speed and affordability, making it a strategic asset.
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