Northrop Grumman CEO Speaking At The Morgan Stanley Laguna Conference Says U.S. Air Force To Conclude B-21 Fleet-Size Review By Year-End; "We Are Far Along In Discussions With Lockheed Martin As To Be The Solid Rocket Motor Provider For A Portion Of Their Buy"; Says Co In Active Discussions Covering 10 Agreements Across Eight Weapons Programs; Co Planning First Sentinel Missile Test In 2027, Which Is Earlier Than Was Anticipated

Northrop Grumman's CEO announced at the Morgan Stanley Laguna Conference that the U.S. Air Force is expected to conclude its B-21 fleet-size review by the end of the year. The company is in advanced discussions with Lockheed Martin to provide solid rocket motors for part of their procurement. Additionally, Northrop Grumman is actively negotiating 10 agreements across eight weapons programs and plans to conduct its first Sentinel missile test in 2027, ahead of previous expectations.