Northrop Grumman advances Sentinel missile program toward 2027 first flight

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Northrop Grumman and U.S. Air Force Accelerate Sentinel Program Momentum

April 13, 2026 9:01 AM EDT

FALLS CHURCH, Va., April 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northrop Grumman and the U.S. Air Force are achieving substantial progress across the Sentinel program, advancing toward first flight in 2027 and initial capability in the early 2030s. From missile testing and infrastructure prototyping to supply chain readiness, Sentinel is accelerating development enabled by a transformed acquisition approach.

In close partnership with the U.S. Air Force, Northrop Grumman is focused on achieving the earliest possible initial capability for the Sentinel weapon system. With rigorous systems engineering and an incremental approach to development and fielding, the Sentinel team is advancing capability... More