Etiqueta: hypersonic missile
MiG-31I fighters of the Russian Aerospace Forces were deployed in the Eastern Mediterranean armed with Kinzhal hypersonic missiles
Englobed in the most recent naval exercise conducted by the Russian Navy in the waters of the Eastern Mediterranean, the Russian Aerospace Forces (VKS) also made their presence felt with the deployment of their MiG-31I interceptor fighters. The particularity of the presence of these...
The Russian Navy conducted new tests of hypersonic and cruise missile launches in the Mediterranean
Through an official statement, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported that the country's Navy conducted new tests of hypersonic and cruise missile launches in the Mediterranean, including systems capable of carrying nuclear warheads. Specifically, deployed Russian frigates reportedly used their Zircon hypersonic anti-ship missiles,...
Australia, the U.S., and the United Kingdom reach an agreement to deepen the development of hypersonic missiles
Last Monday, the Pentagon announced that the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom had reached an agreement to enhance facilities and information-sharing on hypersonic missiles. The partnership has been named HyFliTE (Hypersonic Flight Test and Experimentation project), with the primary objective of fostering...
The U.S. Navy is expected to test the new hypersonic missile launch system of the modernized USS Zumwalt destroyer in 2027
Seeking to advance in obtaining hypersonic strike capabilities, the U.S. Navy has announced plans to conduct tests of its new missile launch system in 2027, which will be installed on the USS Zumwalt (DDG-1000) destroyer. The system, known in the field as Conventional Prompt...
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...
