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Congressman Aderholt Congratulates U.S. Air Force & Lockheed Martin on Successful Test of Hypersonic Weapon

May 17, 2022

WASHINGTON —Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) released the following statement congratulating both the U.S. Air Force and Lockheed Martin on the successful test of a hypersonic weapon.

"I want to congratulate both the United States Air Force and Lockheed Martin on the successful test of AGM-183A Air-launched Rapid Response Weapon, or ARRW. The ARRW achieved a speed of five times greater than sound.

"These tests and their success are vitally important to the safety and security of America and our interests abroad. We have allowed the Russians and Chinese to surpass us in the field of hypersonics and it's reassuring to see that we are quickly working to catch up and surpass these adversaries. I'm also proud that the ARRW will be produced right in the 4th Congressional District at Lockheed Martin's Courtland facility."

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Issues:Defense