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  • RealClearDefense · 9d ago

    The US Navy has deployed one-way attack surface drones during a sinking exercise, targeting a decommissioned amphibious assault ship. The drones were used in conjunction with other missiles, including Harpoon, Spike, and LRASM. This exercise demonstrates the Navy's exploration of new technologies for maritime warfare.

  • Navalnews · 12d ago

    The US Navy deployed Ukraine-style kamikaze sea drones during a Pacific SINKEX, sinking a decommissioned amphibious assault ship. The drones, piloted by the US Navy, closed in on the ship before detonating at the waterline. This test demonstrates the Navy's exploration of new technologies for maritime warfare.

  • Defence Blog · 20d ago

    The US Air Force has increased its order for long-range missiles, citing concerns about running out of precision missiles in a real war. The amended government notice raises the planned production of missiles, with a focus on Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles and Long Range Anti-Ship Missiles. The Air Force plans to purchase up to 11,200 of these missiles over five to seven years.

  • RealClearDefense · 22d ago

    The US Air Force plans to buy over 11,000 new JASSM and LRASM cruise missiles in the next 5-7 years, tripling production under a new contract. This expansion is a significant increase in the Pentagon's topline inventory objectives for these critical long-range cruise missiles. The move aims to bolster the Air Force's capabilities with these advanced weapons.

  • Navalnews · 25d ago

    The US Air Force plans to buy over 11,000 new JASSM and LRASM cruise missiles in the next 5-7 years, significantly expanding its inventory. This move is part of a new contract that will triple the production of these missiles. The JASSM and LRASM have seen their production objectives increased periodically over the past decade.

  • Airandspaceforces · 30d ago

    The Air Force has successfully tested the Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile on the B-1B Lancer, marking a key milestone in integrating the munition on its bombers. This development enables potential strikes on adversaries. The project is a shared effort with the Navy.

  • DVIDS · 32d ago

    The US Air Force conducted an Event Zero at Dyess Air Force Base to validate pre-flight procedures for the Long Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) on the B-1B Lancer. This marks a significant milestone in rapid weapons system integration. The LRASM is a semi-autonomous, precision-guided anti-ship standoff missile.

  • Flightglobal · 35d ago

    The B-2 bomber has successfully hit a target with the LRASM anti-ship missile in a Pacific exercise, demonstrating its capabilities. This exercise showcases the bomber's ability to engage maritime targets. The LRASM missile is designed to target ships at sea.

  • Bluesky · twz.com · 37d ago

    The US Air Force has disclosed that the B-2 bomber can launch stealth anti-ship missiles, specifically the LRASM. This combination creates a powerful and penetrating fleet-killing capability, particularly in the Pacific region. The announcement highlights the potential of the B-2 in maritime warfare.

  • Twz · 37d ago

    The Air Force has disclosed that the B-2 bomber can launch stealth anti-ship missiles, creating a powerful combination for fleet-killing missions. This capability is particularly significant in the Pacific region. The pairing of the B-2 with the LRASM missile enhances the bomber's penetrating capabilities.

  • Defence-industry · 37d ago

    The US Air Force's B-2 Spirit stealth bomber has successfully launched a Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) in a live-fire sinking exercise, demonstrating its Pacific maritime strike capability. The exercise showcased the bomber's ability to deploy LRASM against maritime targets. This capability is seen as crucial in a potential conflict with China.