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Lockheed Martin awarded $1B in military contracts as Iran war leads to buildup
Summary by The Fort Worth Editorial Desk Eric E. Garcia , as published by Fort Worth Report
· May 31, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The order is valued at $879 million and is intended to support the nation's military efforts.
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Co, based in Fort Worth , has received a significant order from US defense officials. The order is valued at $879 million and is intended to support the nation's military efforts. The contract is part of a larger buildup, with Lockheed Martin being awarded a total of $1 billion in military contracts.
The funding will be used to keep F-35 fighter jets stocked with necessary armaments. Further details about the contract and Lockheed Martin's role in the military buildup are available from the Fort Worth Report.
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Category: arts Published: May 31, 2026 Source: Fort Worth Report Reading time: 1 min
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