Boeing’s Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) seeker programme is on track to set a new annual production record in 2024, surpassing previous records by over 20%. The PAC-3 seekers, critical components of the Patriot missile defence system, have seen increased demand due to escalating global threats, particularly in Ukraine, the Middle East, and the Indo-Pacific region.
Key factors driving the production surge include enhanced manufacturing processes, supply chain stability, and improved quality control. Boeing has produced over 5,000 PAC-3 seekers since 2000, with production now ramping up further to address growing orders. To support this, Boeing is expanding its PAC-3 Seeker Factory in Huntsville, Alabama, by 35,000 square feet and investing in advanced technology to boost production capacity by more than 30%.
The programme’s expansion is crucial for meeting the rising demand from 17 countries that currently deploy PAC-3 interceptors.
