Etiqueta: hypersonic missile
The Chinese Armed Forces are focusing on new hypersonic missile developments to counter U.S. aircraft carriers
In a context of rising strategic tensions, the Chinese Armed Forces have intensified efforts in the development of hypersonic missiles specifically designed to counter U.S. aircraft carriers, which serve as the primary tools of deterrence in the Indo-Pacific. These missiles, notable for their high...
Despite its potential cancellation, the U.S. Air Force has granted additional funding for the AGM-183A ARRW hypersonic missile program
Amid ongoing doubts about its continuation as a program, the U.S. Air Force (USAF) recently allocated new funds for the development of the AGM-183A ARRW hypersonic missile, managed by Lockheed Martin, amounting to an additional $13,447,746. This brings the total invested to $1,319,270,400, according...
Northrop Grumman will manufacture hypersonic interceptors for the U.S. Missile Agency
Last week, the U.S. Missile Defense Agency (MDA) announced that it will partner with Northrop Grumman to advance the Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) program, which will be the country’s first countermeasure against the potential use of hypersonic missiles by adversaries. Specifically, the program is...
The U.S. Army and Air Force integrate the use of the LRHW hypersonic missile system during Exercise Bamboo Eagle
During the Joint Exercise Bamboo Eagle 24-3, the U.S. Army integrated its new Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW) system into operations with the Air Force for the first time. This collaboration, according to the official statement, enhances interoperability between military branches and underscores the rapid...
The launch of a new hypersonic missile by a Chinese Air Force H-6K bomber has been recorded
Thanks to a viral propaganda video circulated a few days ago, several bombing and missile launch exercises by H-6K bombers of the People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) of China were observed. The striking aspect of the sequences, which depict the preparation of pilots...
