The U.S. Navy has officially declared Initial Operational Capability (IOC) for the Infrared Search and Track (IRST) Block II system, a next-generation passive sensor developed by Lockheed Martin for the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet. This milestone, achieved in November 2024, provides the fleet with an enhanced ability to detect and track airborne threats at long range, even in environments where enemy electronic warfare capabilities could degrade radar performance.

U.S. Navy declares Initial Operational Capability for IRST21 sensor on F/A-18 Super Hornet

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The U.S. Navy has officially declared Initial Operational Capability (IOC) for the Infrared Search and Track (IRST) Block II system, a next-generation passive sensor developed by Lockheed Martin.

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