Army advances Boeing-Anduril IFPC interceptor

The U.S. Army selected Boeing on September 9, 2026 to move into Phase 2 of the Integrated Fires Protection Capability Increment 2 second-interceptor competition, a midrange weapon meant to defend bases from cruise missiles and militarized drones. Boeing's design pairs its seeker and compact airframe with a solid rocket motor from Anduril Rocket Motor Systems. Phase 2 covers detailed design, development, integration and a competitive capability demonstration.