Denmark, Lockheed Martin Prove F-35 Interoperability in Live

Denmark has advanced its defense interoperability with the successful completion of a live F-35 Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) demonstration, conducted in partnership with Lockheed Martin Skunk Works®.

The test validated the F-35’s ability to serve as a force multiplier by connecting platforms and systems across dispersed domains. During the event, Danish F-35s flying from Fort Worth, Texas, securely transmitted classified data through DAGGR-2—an Open Systems Gateway developed by Skunk Works in collaboration with the Missile Defense Agency.

Using commercial satellite communications, the data was relayed and displayed in real time at Skrydstrup Air Base in Denmark.

‘A significant milestone’ for Denmark’s F-35 program

“This marked a significant milestone toward enhancing Denmark's capabilities, as it enabled our MDO staff to witness in real-time the potential of the F-35’s ability to collect, analyse and share advanced data across geographically dispersed networks,” said Danish Air Chief Maj. Gen. Jan Dam. “Our close collaboration with Skunk Works has been instrumental in accelerating the rapid deployment of such capabilities, and we're very pleased with the results.”

Rapid Integration, Global Scale

The demonstration is the latest in a series of MDO events showcasing how international partnerships can deliver ready-now solutions.

“This collaboration with the Danish Ministry of Defence (MOD) enabled us to do what we do best at Skunk Works—rapidly deploy ready-now capabilities at a pace unparalleled in the industry and prove them through real-world flights,” said OJ Sanchez, vice president and general manager of Lockheed Martin Skunk Works. “This demonstration builds on our successful track record of collaboration with international partners and defines what truly sets us apart: our commitment to Open Systems Architecture, which enables seamless integration across any platform, sensor, or shooter–regardless of the manufacturer."

F-35 Delivers Multi-domain Advantage and Expands Danish Fleet

The demonstration coincided with the delivery of four additional Danish F-35s, expanding the Royal Danish Air Force’s fifth-generation fighter fleet. These jets will operate from Skrydstrup Air Base and support NATO missions and regional security operations.

The event reinforces the F-35’s role as the world’s most connected and survivable fighter, designed to operate across air, land, sea, space and cyber domains. It also highlights the aircraft’s critical value as a joint force enabler for allied deterrence.