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Lockheed Martin Releases Australian International Air Show 2009 Media Briefing Schedule

Posted on: Friday, 6 March 2009, 09:38 CST

BETHESDA, Md., March 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Lockheed Martin today released its media briefing schedule for the Australian International Air Show 2009. All Lockheed Martin briefings will take place at the Air Show Conference Facilities at Avalon Airport, Geelong, Victoria.

Tuesday, March 10

11:00 -11:30 am -- Transforming the Battlespace with Real Time Tactical Video on Demand

• Joe Elmer, International Business Development, Missiles and Fire Control, Hellfire/DAGR/Pathfinder

Lockheed Martin is transforming the battlespace with its VUIT-2 system. Learn how VUIT-2 is leading the way in manned - unmanned teaming of rotary wing aircraft and unmanned aerial systems. VUIT-2 allows streaming video and metadata from currently fielded unmanned aerial systems to be received by rotary wing aircraft and displayed on multi-function displays in the cockpit. VUIT-2 was fielded in combat theater in the Fall 2008.

11:45 am - 12:30 pm -- Lockheed Martin Family of Semi-Active Laser (SAL) Precision-Guided Munitions

Lockheed Martin Advanced Pilotage for Cargo and Utility Aircraft

• Joe Elmer, International Business Development, Missiles and Fire Control

Lockheed Martin's DAGR(TM) guidance kit adds precision-strike capability to 2.75-inch/70mm rockets. Plug-and-play compatible with the combat-proven HELLFIRE II(R), DAGR offers increased loadout of precision-guided munitions, reduced collateral damage and multi-mission capability for attack/reconnaissance helicopters, including Australia's Advanced Reconnaissance Helicopter (ARH), the Eurocopter Tiger.

The Pathfinder(TM) system adapts "Apache's Eyes" to provide safe pilotage for Australia's CH47D Chinooks and other cargo/utility aircraft. Pathfinder offers safe flight in degraded visibility environments like the brown-outs often encountered in Afghanistan and Iraq, improving mission effectiveness as well as aircrew survivability.

12:30 - 2:00 pm -- F-35: A Capabilities Review

• Air Vice-Marshall John Harvey, Program Manager NACC
• U.S. Marine Corps MGen. (Select) David Heinz, JSF Deputy Program Executive Officer
• Tom Burbage, Executive Vice President and General Manager, F-35 Program Integration

The F-35 continues to meet all of its milestones in both performance targets and time schedules. With a record year in 2008 and several test site deployments and first flights planned in 2009, Air Vice-Marshall John Harvey, Maj. General (Select) David Heinz and Mr. Tom Burbage will discuss the F-35 program's progress, milestones and future.

3:00 - 3:30 pm -- C-130J: The Proven Airlifter That Is In Demand

• George Standridge, Vice President, Business Development, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics

The C-130 has stood the test of time and continues to exude toughness, flexibility and versatility. The C-130 has been the air transport staple of the RAAF fleet for many years. Join George Standridge as he explains why the C-130J is the world's leading multi-mission airlifter and why many nations are deciding to update their airlift fleets with the Super Hercules.

Wednesday, March 11

9:00 - 11:00 am -- The F-35 Industrial Participation Program: Good Business For Australia

• Bob Price, Australia F-35 Program Manager, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics

Australian industry is an important part of the F-35 global supply chain. With billions of dollars in business opportunities for Australian companies, Bob Price will talk about the unique advantages for Australian industry and the close alignment of the program with Australia's Defence Industrial Strategy. Following the briefing, Lockheed Martin will present a special award to an Australian supplier for its outstanding work on the F-35 program.

10:00 - 11:00 am -- F-35 Pilot and Maintenance Training Update

• Dale Bennett, Lockheed Martin President, Simulation, Training and Support

This presentation will give insight into the status of the F-35 pilot and maintenance training programs and explains the efforts underway for establishing the Integrated Training Center at Eglin AFB, FL.

11:00 am - 12:30 pm -- U.S. Navy Briefing: MH-60R: Multi-Mission Helicopter

• U.S. Navy Cmdr. Craig Grubb, NAVAIR
• George Barton, Lockheed Martin Deputy Director, Naval Helicopter Programs
• Len Wengler, Sikorsky Aircraft Vice President, Navy Programs

Cmdr. Craig Grubb will outline the U.S. Navy's concept of operations and first deployment of the new-generation MH-60R anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare helicopter. Sikorsky and Lockheed Martin representatives will address airframe and integrated mission systems capabilities, and through-life logistics support.

1:00 - 2:00 pm -- International Turnkey Training Update

• Peter Coker, International Business Development, Lockheed Martin Simulation, Training and Support

This presentation will provide an update on the U.K. Military Flying Training Service program and the Republic of Singapore Air Force Basic Wings program. Both programs leverage the Public-Private-Initiative (PPI) concept to provide flight training services to their respective governments for the next two decades.

Thursday, March 12

9:00 - 10:00 am -- Sustainment Partnerships That Enhance Performance

• Chris Antone, Vice President, Business Development, Global Sustainment, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics

Learn about the innovative thinking behind Lockheed Martin Total Life Cycle Support and partnerships from Chris Antone as he discusses the unique advantages and capabilities provided by Lockheed Martin Aeronautics sustainment opportunities.

Headquartered in Bethesda, Md., Lockheed Martin is a global security company employing about 146,000 people worldwide. Lockheed Martin is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services. The Corporation reported 2008 sales of $42.7 billion.

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www.lockheedmartin.com

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