L3Harris Receives Contract to Develop Long-Range Drone Interceptor
MELBOURNE, Fla., Oct. 23, 2026 — L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) has secured a three-year contract valued at up to $60 million aimed at enhancing a long-range, maneuverable interceptor under the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Aviation & Missile Center Xtended Range Counter-sUAS Missile program.
This initiative focuses on addressing small- to medium-sized unmanned aircraft systems and conventional Short Range Air Defense threats. L3Harris has advanced to the second phase of the project, moving forward with flight performance testing of a fully integrated interceptor that promises superior range, speed, and operational flexibility compared to existing systems.
Scott Alexander, President of Propulsion Systems at L3Harris, noted, “We are leveraging L3Harris’ deep technical expertise across propulsion, guidance, and advanced manufacturing to deliver a next-generation interceptor that meets the Army’s evolving mission requirements. This design merges innovative propulsion with advanced seeker technologies to yield a highly capable, modular, and cost-effective solution that can be deployed from current launch platforms.”
Additionally, L3Harris is evolving its counter-sUAS solution to ensure compatibility with existing U.S. military platforms, facilitating rapid integration into present operational frameworks. This novel approach incorporates air-breathing ramjet engines, promoting enhanced fuel efficiency and extended engagement range.
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Source: L3Harris (2026-10-23)
