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Boeing Picks Anduril As Rocket Motor Partner In Pursuit Of IFPC Inc. 2 Second Interceptor

Boeing Picks Anduril As Rocket Motor Partner In Pursuit Of IFPC Inc. 2 Second Interceptor
The Army says the IFPC Inc 2 capability is in high demand as it is designed to protect fixed and semi-fixed sites from unmanned aerial systems, cruise missiles, and rockets, artillery, and mortars. Image: U.S. Army

Boeing [BA] on Thursday said it has selected Anduril Industries to supply the solid rocket motors for Boeing's entry into the Army competition for a second interceptor for the Integrated Fires Protection Capability (IFPC) Increment 2 air defense system. The Army this month awarded Boeing an Other Transaction Agreement (OTA) for the medium-range interceptor ahead of an expected prototype competition in 2026 that will also feature Lockheed Martin [LMT], teamed with AeroVironment [AVAV], and RAFAEL Defense Systems, teamed with Kratos…

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