Diamondback’s Tier 1 Permian programs reflect section-scale factory development, concentrating 10–15 uniform horizontal wells per unit with dual-rig batch execution and centralized infrastructure. The consistent 8–9 month permit-to-facility cadence — with air permitting following drilling — confirms a mature, capital-efficient manufacturing model rather than exploratory or stacked-bench experimentation.

Diamondback’s MERCHANT EAST development in Reagan County reflects a disciplined Midland Basin factory model, with standardized horizontal Spraberry wells drilled across two contiguous sections using dual rigs and a tightly sequenced batch approach. From first permit to facility air approval, the 271-day cycle highlights a repeatable permit → drill → complete → centralize workflow designed for efficient, full-stack co-development and rapid transition to production.

Diamondback Energy executed a tightly concentrated, factory-style drilling program in Reagan County, combining single-section pad development, uniform horizontal well design, and a disciplined drilling cadence. From batch permitting to post-completion facility air permitting, the project reflects Grade A Permian execution focused on repeatability, efficiency, and production readiness rather than exploratory risk.